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Potential Policy Change Could Disrupt Social Security Disability Payments
If you have applied for and obtained Social Security Disability benefits, the approval of benefits is not necessarily the end of the process. There are several ways in which your benefits could be terminated. The easiest way to trigger a review and termination is if you earn more than $1,090 per month. Another easy way is to […]
Unfairly or unexpectedly left out of the Will? You may have legal recourse.
This month’s blog post is by Attorney Jason N. King. Jason focuses his practice on business law, bankruptcy law, civil litigation, creditors’ rights, and estate planning and probate law. There’s no question that the death of a loved one is an emotionally difficult time for those who were close to the decedent. When the loved […]
Do I Have to Probate a Will?
by John Rodgers No. Wills are legal and effective without probating them; however, you may find it necessary to probate a will. Generally speaking, there are two reasons you would need to probate a will. The most common reason is to transfer personal property such as bank or brokerage accounts. Let’s say your aunt Betty […]
Commercial Chapter 11 Filings Increase 19 Percent from Last Year, Total Filings Drop 3 Percent
Alexandria, Va.— Commercial chapter 11 filings increased 19 percent in August 2019 from last year, according to data provided by Epiq Systems, Inc. The 432 commercial chapter 11 filings in August 2019 were up 19 percent over the 364 filings registered in August 2018. Overall commercial filings also increased in August 2019, as the 3,337 filings […]
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We appreciate everyone that voted. We are humbled and excited to be voted your Favorite Law Office and Favorite Rule 31 Mediator! We’re nominated for 3 Ruthie Awards at The Daily News Journal! You can vote once a day, everyday until August 31st. We would love your support and votes! https://dnj.secondstreetapp.com/2019-Ruthies/gallery?group=324720
New TN Law Allows Joint Custodial Parents to Choose School Zone
With the new school year upon us, it is important to note the changes made in Tennessee law affecting schools and students. Numerous changes have been made this year that can be reviewed at the attached link. https://chalkbeat.org/posts/tn/2019/06/27/from-civics-to-vaping-here-are-10-education-laws-taking-effect-july-1-in-tennessee/?fbclid=IwAR1zctQ1W8NMh5Zzw_YIYknTLuvy10Fjoe9m0iE4VD5_kGFDMphXarL_NzA Of note, a 50 question civics test drawn from the citizenship test administered by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services […]
Emojis in Court Cases Leave Many Lost in Translation
“Wait, does that mean they’re crying or laughing?” “Why did he send me an alligator?” “What does the eggplant mean?” I’m referring to emojis, of course. You love to hate them, but you know you use them too. We mostly think of emojis as harmless fun or a shortcut for all that dang typing on […]
When Going Through a Divorce, Timing Can Be Everything
A Michigan man recently found himself on the wrong end of the waiting game in a divorce proceeding. Rich Zelasko and his wife, Mary Beth, began divorce proceedings in 2011; however, their divorce was not finalized until 2018. In 2013, Mr. Zelasko was the lucky winner of an $80 million-dollar lottery jackpot. His attorneys argued […]
Supreme Court Strikes Down Tennessee Liquor Law
The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down a Tennessee law that barred newcomers to the state from operating liquor stores. The majority rejected the argument that the 21st Amendment, which ended Prohibition in 1933, allowed the state to restrict liquor sales in many ways, including by imposing a two-year residency requirement for people seeking retail liquor licenses. Justice […]
Ty Steward joins KRBHK as summer intern
Kious, Rodgers, Barger, Holder & King, PLLC announces the addition of Ty Steward to its team as a summer intern. The firm welcomes the opportunity to host college students in a position where they can get real world experience and learn about the legal industry. Ty is a 2016 graduate of Siegel High School. He […]
Caroline Tuma accepts summer internship
Kious, Rodgers, Barger, Holder & King, PLLC would like to welcome back Caroline Tuma to its team. Caroline has returned for a second summer internship with the firm aiding its partners and associates in their daily operations and counsel. “Caroline is a sharp young woman who comes from a great family deeply rooted in the […]
An Introduction to Trusts
By Laura Vaught This article was first published in the official magazine of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association, Tennessee Cattle Business. A trust can be a useful tool in estate planning, but one you may not be as familiar with. Unfortunately trusts often have a negative connotation, associated with the inability of the beneficiary to manage […]
State Law Safety Net for the Protection of Retirement Funds in Bankruptcy
This month’s blog post is by Attorney Jason N. King. Jason focuses his practice on business law, bankruptcy law, civil litigation, creditors’ rights, and estate planning and probate law. About five years ago the United States Supreme Court created a stir among estate planners and bankruptcy practitioners alike when it handed down an opinion the […]
The Turpin children had a police dog when facing their parents in court. He’s comforted them for months.
As the children of David and Louise Turpin spoke about taking their life back and the nightmares they still have, a yellow Labrador sat quietly next to them. The dog, Raider, has been meeting with the siblings ever since their parents were arrested early last year and their lives were turned upside-down. One of the […]
Good Fences Make Good Neighbors (And Help Limit Liability)
By Laura Vaught (This article was first published in the official magazine of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association, Tennessee Cattle Business.) When I was growing up and we were building, repairing, or painting a fence, I never knew there were so much detail and history in our state law about fences. This month’s column will […]
Show Me the Money! Protect Your Lien Rights and Get Paid
By Chris Holder If you are a general contractor or a subcontractor in the building industry in Middle Tennessee, you know business is booming. You also know that no matter how good your business is in your industry, inevitably things are going to go sideways on a project you are working on. Inevitably, this leads […]
Business Entity Options for Your Farm
By Laura Vaught This article was first published in the official magazine of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association, Tennessee Cattle Business. You may or may not have ever considered what type of entity you have for your farm business. In Tennessee, you have four main business entities to choose from. I’ll briefly cover each type and the […]
TN Supreme Court Does Not Extend Home Inspector Liability to Third Parties
by John Rodgers This time last week, I was picking a jury in Franklin, Tennessee. Williamson County certainly has its fair share of celebrities, and sometimes they, and the people close to them, get called for jury duty just like the rest of us. One of our jurors was a pilot to “an entertainer”, but […]
What is a 1031 Exchange and how does it work?
This article was first published in the official magazine of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association, Tennessee Cattle Business. It is written by Attorney, Laura Vaught, who focuses her practice on estate planning, general business matters, and property and real estate matters including legal services for farms and agribusiness. Looking to buy or sell a farm this year? You […]