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When can a subcontractor file a lien? Under Tennessee law, a subcontractor is considered an indirect lien claimant since he or she typically does not have a contract with the owner of the property. Even though a subcontractor does not have a contract with the owner, he or she might...
Read More Continue ReadingInjured by a USPS driver? You might be able to sue the USPS. Claims against the postal service can be tricky because the law with respect to these types of claims is unique. Unfortunately, injured parties cannot simply file a lawsuit against postal service like you would against any other...
Read More Continue ReadingTrick-or-Treating Safety Tips from Patterson Bray Halloween is such a fun time of year, especially for children. Sadly, it is also a very dangerous night for kids. On average, twice as many child pedestrians are killed while walking on Halloween compared to other days of the year. Only 18% of...
Read More Continue ReadingWhat is the difference between a patent and a trademark? Intellectual property is one of the most obscure areas of law, and many business owners, eager to protect their IP, need to know what protections patents and trademarks offer. Often, you will be best served by consulting with a patent...
Read More Continue ReadingWho Says a Judge Can’t Be Funny? While the underlying crime is by no means funny — i.e. an argument over a dog pooping in a neighbor’s yard that led to a machete fight — Judge Jeff Sutton of the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit...
Read More Continue ReadingProperty Damage by Tree Limbs and Roots Have you ever wondered about property damage caused by tree limbs or roots? First, let’s talk for a moment about your neighbor’s tree limbs. Suppose the tree itself is on your neighbor’s property, but the limbs are hanging over your fence, casting unwanted...
Read More Continue ReadingDivorce Lawyer Tennessee We hope you never need a divorce. But just in case you have questions about what a divorce in Tennessee involves, we’ve invited Guest Blogger and Family Law Attorney Lucie Brackin to fill you in. Lucie is a partner with The Landers Firm PLC. Here’s what Lucie...
Read More Continue ReadingYou may have been hurt in an auto accident or truck accident and wondering: Who is the best injury lawyer or best accident lawyer in Memphis, or Nashville? Who is the best injury attorney near me? Who is the best car wreck lawyer in Cordova, or Bartlett, or Germantown?...
Read More Continue ReadingTop 8 Ways to Save Money on Attorney Fees Let’s talk about attorney fees. When confronted with a legal claim or issue, some people simply want to “turn it over to the lawyer and be done with it.” Others prefer a more hands-on approach, and they prefer to work closely...
Read More Continue ReadingIn some cases, a handwritten Will can be considered valid and admitted to Probate Court. Under Tennessee law, a handwritten Will is called a “Holographic Will.” It is not necessary that the document be witnessed, but all the material provisions and the signature must be in the Testator’s handwriting. What...
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