By Judge Allen Phillips, Jackson Some may recall that I admire the wisdom of Abraham Lincoln. I cited some of that wisdom in an earlier post regarding attorney’s fees. Beyond fees, Lincoln’s visionary insights into other matters ring as true today as they did nine score and six years ago (That was 1836, the year … Continue reading Discovering the Better Angels of our Nature: A Brief Look at Discovery Motions
Tag: Motion practice
Protecting Confidential Billing Info–A Road Less Traveled
By Judge Thomas Wyatt, Chattanooga Judge Thomas Wyatt In the past six and a half years, you’d think our twelve judges in seven locations would’ve addressed every conceivable procedural issue. NOT SO! To the contrary, we’re constantly amazed at how many new issues arise out of the clear blue sky. In fact, a week does … Continue reading Protecting Confidential Billing Info–A Road Less Traveled
A Few Thoughts on Non-Dispositive Motions
By Judge Pamela B. Johnson, Knoxville A few years ago, due to a significant increase in motion practice in the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims, we established rules for dispositive and non-dispositive motions to give practitioners some parameters. The rule’s latest iteration is Tennessee Compilation Rules and Regulations 0800-02-21-.18 (August, 2019), and it’s available here—just … Continue reading A Few Thoughts on Non-Dispositive Motions
Going Through the Motions
By Judge Allen Phillips, Jackson Too often, practicing law seems as if one is simply “going through the motions,” trying to satisfy some arcane rule or practice. Recently, the Court held a series of coffee-talks to discuss issues, concerns and trends regarding the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims. Turnout was brisk, and feedback plentiful. In … Continue reading Going Through the Motions
Preparing for Scheduling Hearings
By Judge Lisa A. Lowe, Knoxville Practicing law is a bit like juggling bowling pins. It takes a lot of finesse and concentration to do it well. Then, throw into the mix the demands of (and joys!) of family and once in a great while making a little time for your own well-being … well, … Continue reading Preparing for Scheduling Hearings
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