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New York Times Reviews UT Law Professor’s Book

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
In “Rebooting Justice: More Technology, Fewer Lawyers and The Future of Law,” authors Benjamin H. Barton and Stephanos Bibas examine the severe difficulties poor and middle-class Americans face in fully understanding and navigating the justice system. Published by Encounter Books, the book looks at ways technology and innovation might be used to simplify and change the process itself. The New York Times, reviewed the book, calling it “enlightening and well-written.” Co-author Barton currently serves as the Helen and Charles Lockett Distinguished Professor of Law at the University of Tennessee College of Law.

Colorado Lawyer Suspended

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
Sean Gardner Saxon, of Arvada, Colorado, was suspended for three years from practicing law in Tennessee today via a reciprocal order of discipline. The suspension is retroactive to Dec. 28, 2016. Saxon was subject to discipline in Colorado, and was sent notice from the Tennessee Supreme Court to demonstrate why reciprocal discipline should not be imposed in Tennessee. Saxon failed to respond to the notice and was suspended.

Former Trump Delegate to Run for 2nd District Congressional Seat

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
A fourth Republican has thrown his hat into the ring to run for the 2nd district U.S. Congressional seat, the Knoxville News Sentinel reports. Ken Gross, a former delegate for President Donald Trump, will seek the GOP nomination in a crowded field that includes Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett, State Rep. Jimmy Matlock and Knoxville businessman Brad Fullington, as well as Joshua Williams, who is running for the Democratic nomination. Gross said that if elected, he will “Make Congress Great Again.” The 2nd Congressional District seat is currently filled by U.S. Rep. Jimmy Duncan, who will not seek reelection.

Law Schools See Drop in Applicant Numbers

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
Difficulties in the legal job market have deterred many from applying to law school, resulting in better opportunities for those who do apply, reports U.S. News and World Report. Data shows that the average number of applicants at the top 14 schools in the Best Law Schools rankings was 20.6 percent lower for the incoming class of 2016 than it was in 2008. The average number of applicants at lower-ranked law schools plunged 52.3 percent in the same time period. Applicants now also have increased options for scholarships and financial aid awards, according to Aaron N. Taylor with the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence.

Transgender Military Personnel File Suit Against President Trump

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
Five active-duty military service members have sued President Donald Trump over his planned ban of transgender individuals in the armed services, the ABA Journal reports. While an official ban has yet to be enacted, Trump announced via Twitter that the government “will not accept or allow transgender individuals to serve in any capacity.” The suit claims the ban violates the Equal Protection and Due Process clauses of the 5th Amendment. In addition to the constitutional arguments, the plaintiffs say the ban would renege on promises made to service members, who previously felt safe to come out and now face immediate loss of their jobs.

Taylor Swift Testifies in Groping Trial

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
Pop star Taylor Swift delivered fiery testimony yesterday when she took the stand against former Denver DJ David Mueller who says he lost his job after Swift complained about him groping her, The Washington Post reports. Swift described the incident that led to Mueller’s firing, in which while posing for a photo, Mueller allegedly groped her under her skirt. “It happened to me. I know it was him,” she said. “I didn’t need a picture. I could have picked him out of a line of a thousand.” Mueller is suing Swift for $3 million in damages, while Swift countersued for $1.

15-Hour Annual Review CLE Set for Knoxville

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017

On Aug. 25, a special Tennessee Bar Association CLE will provide 15 hours of combined live and online continuing legal education. Attend for seven live hours and receive an additional eight online credits to complete at your convenience. Topics for the live portion include cyber security, real estate, unemployment compensation, probate and more.

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Chattanooga, Electric Power Board

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 11, 2017
A Hamilton County judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by a lighting company against the city of Chattanooga and the Electric Power Board, alleging that they conspired to block implementation of a new energy-efficient street lighting system, the Times Free Press reports. Circuit Court Judge J.B. Bennett ruled that the suit was not based on appropriate claims against a municipality and public officials. Bennett gave plaintiffs Global Green Lighting and its owner Don Lepard, 30 days to submit a new lawsuit.

Judge Blocks Law Requiring Birth Certificates for Foreign-Born Marriage Applicants

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 10, 2017

A federal judge has knocked down a new Louisiana law that required birth certificates from foreign-born marriage applicants, the Associated Press reports. The ruling stemmed from the case of Louisiana resident Viet Anh Vo, who applied for a marriage license with his U.S.-born fiancé and saw it denied two weeks before their wedding. Vo became a U.S. citizen at 8 years old, but had no birth certificate as his family had fled Vietnam as refugees. U.S. District Judge Ivan Lemelle found that the state failed to demonstrate a “compelling governmental interest” in creating a two-tiered system based on whether a citizen was born inside or outside the U.S.

Seven Graduate from Veterans Court

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on Aug 10, 2017
Seven veterans graduated from the Davidson County Veterans Court program this week, the Tennessee Tribune reports. Judge Melissa Blackburn presides over the program, which allows veterans to see their records expunged if they are charged with non-violent offenses and complete all the requirements. Nearly 90 veterans have completed the program in three years.
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