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Lawmakers Thwart Lawsuit With 'Gun Free Zone' Requirements Law

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 30, 2017
A lawsuit filed against the city of Knoxville over whether guns would be allowed at the Tennessee Valley Fair has been dismissed due to a new law, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports. The suit was filed last year on behalf of two individuals denied admission to the fairgrounds because they were armed. State legislators passed a law that took effect recently that allows a local government to declare a gun-free zone if authorities comply with three security conditions. Attorney for the plaintiffs Andy Fox said today he intends to nonsuit the case.

Tennesseans Can Now Register to Vote Online

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 30, 2017
The Tennessee Secretary of State’s office will officially roll out online voter registration next week across the state, the Tennessean reports. The new option, which gets Tennessee up to speed with the majority of U.S. states that already offer the service, comes as a result of a law passed last year. In addition to registering new voters, the online system will allow current voters to update their contact information. 

Check Out Latest Corporate Counsel CLE Package

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 30, 2017

Wellness programs, legal technology and recent developments are included in the 1-Click package for corporate counsel attorneys. Speakers include Stacie Caraway of Miller Martin PLLC and Fredrick Bissinger of Wimberly Lawson Wright Daves & Jones PLLC. 

7th Annual Seersucker Flash Mob Planned for Memphis

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 30, 2017
The Peabody Hotel in Memphis will play host to the 7th annual Seersucker Flash Mob on Friday at noon. The event will serve as a fundraiser for Memphis Area Legal Services and A Step Ahead Foundation. Participants who don’t want to miss the “fashion event of the summer” should wear their best puckered suit, dress or casual wear in the lobby of the hotel.

Former Nixon Counsel in Nashville to Speak on Abuse of Presidential Powers

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
John Dean, former White House Counsel for President Richard Nixon during the Watergate years, was at Montgomery Bell Academy in Nashville last night, the Tennessean reports. Dean, who helped Nixon cover up Watergate before eventually testifying against him, now travels the country speaking on the abuse of presidential powers. Dean said he saw similarities between the administration he served under and the current one, noting both Nixon and President Donald Trump dislike the press, embrace a dislike of elites and often sought revenge on enemies.

Justice Alito Stays Decision on Texas Redistricting Plan

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
Justice Samuel Alito has stayed a lower court’s decision that required Texas to redraw two of its congressional districts for racial gerrymandering, the ABA Journal reports. Alito’s order granted the stay until the court receives a response by civil rights groups that is due tomorrow.

Diabetic Student Sues Collierville Schools for Revoking Transfer

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
The family of a former student is suing Collierville Schools for revoking her transfer, shortly after she acquired a service dog and requested an Individualized Education Program to support her Type I diabetes, the Commercial Appeal reports. The lawsuit accuses the district of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and alleges that she was discriminated against.

Houston Mayor Will Represent People Deported While Seeking Aid During Hurricane

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
With catastrophic storms and flooding wreaking havoc on the city of Houston, the city’s mayor has pledged to represent in court  undocumented immigrants who are afraid to seek aid for fear of deportation, Above the Law reports. A Harvard Law-educated attorney, Mayor Sylvester Turner responded to concerns that undocumented immigrants would not seek help from the floods due to a “show me your papers” law scheduled to take effect on Sept. 1. “I don’t care who you are, what your status is, I do not want you to run the risk of losing your life or a family member because you are concerned about SB 4,” Turner said, adding that he would represent those detained himself if need be.

Enjoy Happy Hour After Health Law CLE in Knoxville

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
Join the TBA for a special social hour following The Why Health Law CLE event on Thursday in Knoxville. Mingle with colleagues and law students interested in health law while enjoying cocktails and hors d'oeuvres provided by London & Amburn PC. No RSVP is required to attend. The happy hour will get started at 5 p.m. at the same location as the CLE, 607 Market Street, Suite 900. 

ABA ‘Disappointed’ by Arpaio Pardon

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 29, 2017
The American Bar Association has expressed disappointment that a pardon was granted to former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio, who was convicted of criminal contempt of court for ignoring a judge’s order to cease racial profiling practices within the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office. “Granting Arpaio an expedited pardon sends the wrong message to the public,” said ABA President Hilarie Bass via prepared statement, adding that an individual's own interpretation of justice "cannot be swapped for the rule of law."
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