Those of us in small firms struggle with many of the same issues. One of those issues is the decision to hire our first (or hire another) associate? I enjoy the Legal Ease Blog and read this article that provides some guidance on the issue. Enjoy.
The Tennessee Supreme Court has asked for public comment on proposed changes to Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure, Appellate Procedure, Evidence, Criminal Procedure and Juvenile Procedure. The most significant proposed rule change is the change to Rule 8.01. The proposed rule change says as follows: 8.01 Claims for Relief.–A pleading…
The Tennessee Supreme Court has granted permission to appeal in two cases that address the issue of apparent agency. In both cases plainitffs seek to impose liability on a hospital for the acts of a doctor. The cases have been consolidated for appeal. One case is DeWald v. HCA Heatlh…
My new book, referenced in this post, will be available November 1, 2007, not 2008. Sorry for the error. I guess I can pass it off on age – I turn 51 (or is it 52?) tomorrow. The book goes to the printer today. The first section has 66 chapters and…
On November 1, 2008 my new book will be available for sale. My goal for this book is to provide a one-volume resource for Tennessee tort lawyers who are looking for a quick reference to the leading case on a given point. Need a quick summary of the law of…
I have told you in the past that I love Blog 702. It is a blog of substance, written by someone who knows what they are talking about and who is willing to share what they know. The authors of Blog 702 have started a series about the concept of…
I did not post for two days in a row and received four inquires about the state of my health. I am alive. I am in a middle of finishing a project that I will tell you more about next week. Today I will be consumed with four depositions and a meeting with…
OK – the Pats got hit with a fine – $250,000 for the team and $500,000 for the coach – for cheating in professional football. They also face a loss of a draft pick or picks, depending on how they finish this season. It’s not enough. I want to know…
The jury found that the defendant was negligent and that the negligence caused an herniated disk. The disk problem was surgically repaired. The plaintiff used a walker for nine months and now uses a cane. Amount of damages for pain and suffering? Zero. Motion for new trial? Denied. The California…
The LA Times makes an extraordinary effort here to tell the story of the death of a woman in a local hospital – and how it could have been prevented.