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Law FAQ: Why would I want a revocable living trust? Contrary to what you’ve probably heard, a will may not be the best plan for you and your family. That’s primarily because a will does not avoid probate when you die. A will MUST be validated by the probate court...
Read More Continue ReadingLaw FAQ: What are the duties of landlords under Tennessee law? A frequent question that clients ask is what obligations does their landlord owe to them. Tennessee has adopted an act referred to as URLTA (“Uniform Residential Landlord Tenant Act”) that is limited to certain counties in Tennessee, including Davidson...
Read More Continue ReadingWhat is uninsured motorist coverage, and how much do I need? Under Tennessee law, a driver is required to maintain liability insurance to cover any damages that the driver might cause in a car wreck or related accident. That way, innocent victims are protected. Unfortunately, though, the minimum legal limit...
Read More Continue ReadingLaw Talk: A Conservation Easement Can Save You Thousands in Taxes In 2010, Congress extended the enhanced tax deduction for Conservation Easement Donations (“CEDs”), but only for a limited time. This provision is a real gem for anyone owning a piece of undeveloped land. But you must act quickly. CEDs...
Read More Continue ReadingPatterson Bray — Law FAQ Series: Submit Your Legal Questions! In thinking about how we might better serve our friends, clients, and prospective clients seeking reliable information on the web about Tennessee law, we decided to start a new series called Law FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions). Similarly, we will have...
Read More Continue ReadingMemphis-Shelby County Schools — See the Judge’s Order for Yourself The Order issued by Judge Samuel “Hardy” Mays in the local schools’ case has — with good reason — captured the attention of the public and the media alike during the past week. We’ve all been subjected to countless media...
Read More Continue ReadingLaw FAQ: What is medical malpractice? What is medical malpractice? Medical malpractice occurs when a patient is injured as a result of medical treatment that falls below the acceptable standard of care within the medical community. Medical Negligence is another term for medical malpractice. Most medical malpractice claims result from...
Read More Continue ReadingLaw FAQ: How long do I have to file a legal claim? The deadline for filing a lawsuit is referred to as the statute of limitation. The length of time you have to file a lawsuit under Tennessee law depends on the nature of the underlying claim: Personal Injury —...
Read More Continue ReadingLaw FAQ: I was injured in an accident. What amount of damages can I expect to recover? Based on some of the TV commercials and urban myths out there, people are led to believe that if they or a loved one has been injured in an accident that they can...
Read More Continue ReadingPatterson Quoted in Memphis Daily News on Court Clerk Positions Attorney Chris Patterson was quoted in an article by Bill Dries today in the Memphis Daily News concerning former efforts by the Metro Charter Commission to consolidate and/or streamline the various elected court clerk positions in Shelby County. “A lot...
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