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DOJ Sues to Block AT&T Acquisition of Time Warner

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
The U.S. Justice Department filed an antitrust lawsuit yesterday to seek to block the $85 million acquisition of Time Warner by AT&T, the ABA Journal reports. The suit notes AT&T’s ownership of DirecTV, the largest distributor of subscription television, and Time Warner’s ownership of several top cable networks, including TBS, CNN and HBO. AT&T and DirecTV could force rival cable providers to pay hundreds of millions of dollars more per year for Time Warner’s networks, the suit argues.

Visitation Today, Services Tomorrow for Nashville Attorney

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
Nashville lawyer Thaddeus Earl Watkins died on Nov. 19. He was 60. Born in Memphis, Watkins earned his law degree from the University of Memphis Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law. During his 30-year career as an attorney for the State of Tennessee, he served as counsel for the State Fire Marshall’s Office, the State Board of Architectural and Engineering Examiners, the Tennessee State Capitol Commission and the Department of Commerce and Insurance before being appointed to the Tennessee Department of General Services. Visitation will be held tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at Marshall Donnelly Combs Funeral Home, 201 25th Ave N. A second visitation will be held tomorrow at 10 a.m., with services to follow at 11 a.m. at Christ Church Cathedral, 900 Broadway. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI) or a charity of choice.

Supreme Court: Home Inspector Liability Doesn’t Extend to 3rd Parties

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
The Tennessee Supreme Court ruled this week that a home inspector is not liable for the injuries of a social guest of a homeowner who was injured when a railing collapsed shortly after purchase. The majority of the court’s justices found that the inspector did not voluntarily assume a duty to third parties like the plaintiff, who was a guest of the homebuyer. Justice Roger A. Page wrote the majority opinion, while Justice Holly Kirby filed a separate opinion concurring in part and dissenting in part. Justice Sharon G. Lee filed a third opinion in dissent.

Davidson County Lawyer Placed on Disability Inactive Status

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
On Nov. 17, the law license of David Dwayne Harris was transferred to disability inactive status for an indefinite period. The court referred the matter to a hearing panel for a formal hearing to determine Harris’s capacity to continue to practice law and to respond to or defend against disciplinary complaints. He may return to the practice of law after reinstatement by the Tennessee Supreme Court upon showing of clear and convincing evidence that the disability has been removed and he is fit to resume the practice of law.

3 Ethics Hours in 6 Locations Across the State

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
The Tennessee Bar Association's Ethics Roadshow CLE will be held in Memphis, Nashville, Chattanooga, Jackson, Knoxville and Johnson City starting Dec. 6. See all locations here. This year's program will focus on the 13 reasons why ethics issues are more complicated than ever. 

Dickson County Lawyer Temporarily Suspended

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 21, 2017
On Nov. 20, the Tennessee Supreme Court temporarily suspended Jackie Lynn Garton for misappropriating funds and posing a threat of substantial harm to the public. Garton may not accept any new cases and must cease representing current clients before Dec. 20. The suspension remains in effect until modification by the Supreme Court.

New Design Released for Nashville Courthouse; Work to Start in Early '18

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 20, 2017
The U.S. government has released new designs for the Nashville courthouse to be built and named after late U.S. Sen. Fred Thompson, the Nashville Business Journal reports. The government plans to award the development contract for the project early next year. Three companies have made the shortlist for the project: Clark Construction Group out of Washington, D.C., W.G. Yates and Sons Construction from Philadelphia and Hensel Phelps of Colorado. The project is expected to cost $194.5 million and will be located at 719 Church Street.

Knoxville Attorney Dies

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 20, 2017

Thomas Draper Kerr Jr. died at his home in Knoxville on Nov. 13. He was 70. Kerr was a retired attorney who received a degree from the University of Tennessee Law School. He later a earned a Masters of Maritime Law from Tulane University, and was also a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society or any charity of choice.

McMinn County Lawyer Suspended

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 20, 2017

The Supreme Court of Tennessee on Friday suspended McMinn County lawyer Larry D. Cantrell until further orders of the Court, pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 9, Section 22.3. Cantrell was suspended based upon his criminal conviction for theft of property. He was previously suspended on Feb. 7 and was never reinstated from that suspension.

White Enters Hamilton County Circuit Court Race to Replace Thomas

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Nov 20, 2017
Catherine “Cate” White has announced her candidacy for Hamilton County Circuit Court judge, seeking the position recently vacated by Judge Neil Thomas, Chattanoogan.com reports. White will appear on the Republican primary ballot on May 1, and if she wins will move on to the general election in September. In the meantime, Gov. Bill Haslam is expected to appoint a replacement for Thomas until the seat can be filled by the eventual winner of the election.
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