We all know that the services provided by homemakers have a substantial value, but this article from Vestopedia puts some numbers on it. The author notes that " The life of a homemaker is one that includes an endless amount of demands and to-dos. Depending on the size of the…
The Board of Commissioers on Grievances and Discipline of The Supreme Court of Ohio has released an opinion of the issue of whether, during settlement of a matter, it is ethical for a lawyer to propose, demand, and or agree to personally satisfy any and all claims by third persons…
Rule 5 of the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure was amended to permit papers to be served on attorneys of parties via electronic mail. Here the language added to Rule 5 to accomplish that result: (2)(a) Service upon any attorney may also be made by sending him or her…
The Tennessee Supreme Court has asked for public comment on proposed changes to the rules of procedure and evidence. The Order asking for public comment can be viewed here. I serve on the Court’s Advisory Commission on the Rules of Practice and Procedure and I am happy to report…
The Tennessee Supreme Court has published a proposed re-draft of Rule 27, the rule which addresses the process of judical evaluation. Set forth below is my letter to the Court that addresses one phrase in the proposed rule. NOTE: this letter was written in my individual capacity and not as…