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Why has the Tennessee Supreme Court suspended jury trials until Independence Day?
May 28, 2020Our attorney, David Raybin contributed to the Tennessean with an opinion piece titled: Why has the Tennessee Supreme Court suspended jury trials until Independence Day? You can read more about why Tennessee has ordered that jury trials continue to be postponed until after July 3 here: Why has the Tennessee Supreme Court suspended jury trials until […]
read moreWho Can Be Released from Jail or Prison During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
May 11, 2020Here at Raybin & Weissman, we have gotten several calls from people who have loved ones in Tennessee jails or prisons. Understandably, people are very worried about infection from COVID-19, also known as coronavirus. However, an inmate’s eligibility for release depends on their current situation and location. Not everyone is even eligible for early release. […]
read moreDo I Need A Lawyer For A Citation or Summons?
April 22, 2020As part of the COVID-19 response, Nashville Police have been issuing criminal citations or summonses instead of arresting people. Do those who receive a citations or summons for a criminal charge still need a lawyer? Yes! A criminal citation and summons is still a criminal charge that will require appearing in court and the possibility […]
read moreUnlawful Detainers
April 13, 2020Case: Belgravia Square, LLC v. Melvin White, et al. Facts: Borrower refused to vacate his property after it was sold to Company at a foreclosure auction, so Company filed an unlawful detainer action in general sessions court. Company prevailed, and Borrower appealed to circuit court while retaining possession of the property. Company moved for a […]
read moreNegligent Insurance Procurement Suits
April 13, 2020Case: Talat Parveen Et Al. v. ACG South Insurance Agency, LLC Et Al. Facts: Plaintiffs contacted an insurance agent to procure a new umbrella insurance policy with the same terms as their existing one, which included excess uninsured motorist coverage. Such coverage was not included, but they payed premiums and renewed the policy for several […]
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