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Haslam Defends Insurance Commissioner’s Association-Related Travel Expenses

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 18, 2017
After a media report scrutinized Commerce and Insurance Commissioner Julie McPeak's taxpayer-funded travel, Gov. Bill Haslam defended her actions, saying he is convinced that McPeak is looking out for what’s best for the state, NewsChannel 5 reports. McPeak was found to have taken more than 120 trips, paid for by her state office, for functions organized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, a professional organization of which McPeak is the president-elect.
 

Tennessee Leadership Responds to Special Counsel Appointment

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 18, 2017
Tennessee’s political leadership sounded off on yesterday’s news that former FBI director Robert Mueller would be appointed as special counsel to lead an investigation into potential Russian tampering with U.S. elections. The Nashville Post reports that Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-Tennessee) praised the selection of Mueller and encouraged the Senate Intelligence Committee to continue its own investigation, including a public hearing with former FBI Director James Comey. Rep. Jim Cooper (D-Nashville) said that while Mueller’s position “isn’t as powerful as an independent counsel,” Mueller will do a better job investigating than Congress can.

Texas Man Sues Date for Texting During Movie

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 18, 2017
A man from Austin, Texas, is suing his date for texting during a movie, the Austin Statesman reports. Brandon Vezmar is asking for $17.31, the cost of a 3D ticket to see “Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2.” Vezmar said it was a “first date from hell,” during which the defendant allegedly text “at least 10-20 times” in a 15 minute period. When the plaintiff asked her if she could go outside to text, she left the theater entirely, leaving Vezmar without a ride home. The petition claims the “defendant’s behavior is a threat to civilized society.”  

Attorney for Michael Flynn Said Client Won’t Honor Subpoena

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 18, 2017
The attorney for former national security advisor Michael Flynn said his client will not comply with a Senate Intelligence Committee subpoena, CBS News reports. The subpoena was issued on May 10 for documents about Flynn’s interactions with Russian officials. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Richard Burr and Vice Chairman Mark Warner are determining how to proceed. Robert Kelner, Flynn’s lawyer, already informed the committee previously that he would not voluntarily provide the documents following a request submitted April 28.

Crockett County to Remember Man Lynched by Mob in 1929

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017

The Crockett County NAACP and the Equal Justice Initiative are sponsoring a ceremony to remember Joe Boxley, a man lynched by a mob in 1929. The ceremony will feature a dedication of soil from the site where he was killed for permanent display in the Equal Justice Initiative museum. Speakers will include District Attorney Garry A. Brown, Tennessee History for Kids Founder Bill Carey, a Boxley family member and a representative of the Equal Justice Initiative.The dedication will be in the Crockett County Courthouse in Alamo at 10 a.m. on June 10.

State AG Files Suit Against California Company for Imposter Scam

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017

Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III has filed a lawsuit against a California company for allegedly mailing invoices to new homeowners requiring payment in order for the homeowners to receive copies of their deeds. The invoices are designed to look like real government documents. The suit names LA Investors LLC, based in Southern California, and its principals, Roberto Romero and Laura Romero. LA Investors conducted business in Tennessee under the names “Local Records Office” and “National Profile Document.”

Former FBI Director Named Special Counsel for Russia Investigation

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017
The Justice Department has appointed former FBI director Robert Mueller as special counsel to oversee its investigation into Russia potentially interfering with U.S. elections, The New York Times reports. The appointment was made by Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein today. Rosenstein said in a statement that appointing a special counsel was “in the public interest” but added that the decision does not indicate that “crimes have been committed or that any prosecution is warranted.”

Restrictions Lifted Regarding Number of Times LSAT Can Be Taken

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017
Starting in September, there will no longer be restrictions on the number of times a prospective law student can take the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) during a two-year period, the ABA Journal reports. Currently, the LSAT is given four times a year, and a student can take the test three times over a two-year period. A Kaplan Test Prep director speculated that the change could be in response to law schools’ increasing interest in also accepting the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).

Services this Week for Williamson County Attorney

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017
Franklin attorney Carol Davis Crow died on Sunday after a lengthy battle with a rare brain cancer known as Chordoma. She was 44. A native of Texas, she later moved to Tennessee to practice law specializing in representing medical professionals against malpractice claims. Crow was an outspoken advocate for others who suffered from Chordoma and was active in supporting the search for a cure. A visitation will be held at Williamson Memorial Funeral Home on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. with a funeral to follow on Friday at 9 a.m. Make donations to the Chordoma Foundation in memory of Carol Davis Crow at P.O. Box 2127, Durham, NC, 27702.

Tennessee Mock Trial Champs Place 4th at Nationals

Posted by: Katharine Heriges on May 17, 2017
The winners of the 2017 Tennessee High School Mock Trial Competition, Nashville’s Montgomery Bell Academy, placed fourth overall in the National High School Mock Trial Competition in Hartford, Conn. The team, coached by Wade Cowan, represented Tennessee in last year’s national tournament as well, placing fifth overall. The competition was held May 11-13, and the Central Carolina Homeschool team of North Carolina took home the top prize.
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