This appeal arises out of the trial court’s removal of the appellant as co-personal representative of a probate estate. The appellant also appeals the trial court’s ruling that he forfeited his right to a share of the estate assets. Discerning no reversible error, we affirm.

In this probate matter, the plaintiff filed a petition to establish a lost will, submitting for admission to probate a copy of a handwritten document alleged to be the decedent’s holographic will. The trial court determined that the handwritten document met the requirements for a holographic will and that the plaintiff overcame the presumption of revocation afforded to a lost will. The decedent’s intestate heirs appealed. We affirm the decision of the trial court.

A shopper slipped and fell on a slippery liquid that was on a convenience store floor, resulting in injuries. The shopper sued the property owner. The property owner sought summary judgment, arguing the shopper had not provided sufficient evidence to establish how long the liquid had been on the floor prior to the slip and fall. The trial court granted summary judgment. We reverse.

Amazon filed a lawsuit against the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) on Thursday, challenging the agency's structure and its handling of a union election at a Staten Island warehouse in 2022. Reuters reports the lawsuit alleges that the NLRB violated the U.S. Constitution by interfering with the election and acting as prosecutor, judge and jury in the case. Amazon claims that the board's five presidential appointees lack proper oversight and that the company is denied the right to a jury trial. The report states the lawsuit echoes similar claims made by other companies against the NLRB, which maintains that its structure is legal and defends its actions as protecting workers' rights. 

Tennessee is working to acquire 5,500 acres of land near Memphis to establish a new state forest. The purchase, facilitated by The Conservation Fund, aims to protect the property from development and preserve the Wolf River watershed, a vital source of drinking water for the city, according to the Tennessee Lookout. The land is part of the historic Ames Plantation, known for its diverse wildlife, historical significance and ongoing research by the University of Tennessee. The state is using a combination of state and federal funds to finance the purchase, and the land will be subject to legal restrictions as a state forest.

In honor of approaching Hispanic Heritage Month, observed Sept. 15-Oct. 15, the Knoxville Latino Bar Association (KLBA), University of Tennessee Law Latin American Law Students Association (LLSA) and Lincoln Memorial University Hispanic Law Students Association (HLSA) are co-hosting a "Lawtino Mixer" on Sept. 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. EDT at Radius Rooftop Lounge in Knoxville. This networking event offers an opportunity for Latino legal professionals and students to connect in a relaxed setting. RSVP here.

The Tennessee Lawyers’ Fund for Client Protection on Sept. 5 paid a $39,585 claim filed against Anderson County attorney Kevin Carmack Angel. It also directed Angel to reimburse the fund for the expense. The Fund for Client Protection was established by the Tennessee Supreme Court to reimburse individuals for losses caused by dishonest conduct by attorneys. The fund is operated by a board, which meets quarterly to consider claims. In September 2022, the Tennessee Supreme Court amended Rule 25 to require the fund to notify the Tennessee Bar Association of claims paid. News releases also are posted online.

In response to recent rallies by extremist groups in Nashville, the Metro Council is considering a series of measures to discourage hate-motivated behavior, WPLN News reports. Last month, Mayor Freddie O'Connell proposed several bills, including restrictions on flier distribution, masks, public building access and highway signs. Now two council members also are proposing changes. Jeff Preptit is seeking to prohibit Metro employees from joining extremist groups, while Zulfat Suara would require public commenters to be Tennessee residents. The council began consideration of these ideas this week.

The Knoxville Bar Association (KBA) on Thursday hosted its annual Bench & Bar Celebration. The KBA’s Diversity in the Profession Committee presented the 2024 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award to Legal Aid of East Tennessee, and attendees heard about the organization's innovative efforts to be accessible to clients and provide a meaningful and welcoming workplace for all employees. See photos from the event.

Attorneys interested in estate planning will have the chance to gain valuable knowledge and enjoy a round of Topgolf at a special event on Nov. 7. The program, which will feature three hours of CLE programming, is designed for new attorneys and those looking to add estate planning to their practice. The event will include breakfast, lunch and two hours of golfing after the presentations. The program will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CDT. Learn more or register here.