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Who Knows What Will Happen

by Tom Ramsey Ramsey, Elmore, Stone & Caffey The political and economic landscapes in the United States today will be the deciding factors when estate tax legislation is determined. This time last year estate planners were warning our clients of the pending estate tax horrors that would occur if Congress did not pass legislation that [...]

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The Process of Probate

by Anne M. McKinney Anne M. McKinney, P.C. Probates definitely aren’t a walk in the park. But with this step-by-step list, understanding the complexities of the system might just be a little easier. How does probate work in Tennessee? We often hear horror stories about probate problems and long-lasting family feuds over estates. Should you [...]

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I Was Almost Juror Number 7

by James A.H. Bell The Law Offices of James A. H. Bell It came in the mail: A summons directing me to appear in civil court for jury duty. The first thought I had was that this was a good thing — I finally get to sit on a jury after practicing law for 37 [...]

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A Discussion of the Need for Safety Regulations

by Bruce Fox Fox and Farley While many feel that regulations “kill the economy and cost jobs”, statistics show that might not actually be the case. Read on to find out more about safety regulations in the United States and what they mean for each consumer. In 1906, Upton Sinclair published The Jungle, a book [...]

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Harassment in the Workplace

by Wynne Caffey Ramsey, Elmore, Stone & Caffey, PLLC The national media has been consumed with a variety of headlines of alleged sexual abuse. Learn more about the forms of sexual harassment and the employer-employee relationship here. In the past month alone, national and state media outlets have been replete with headlines reporting alleged abuse [...]

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Conversations: Eddie Mannis

Owner of Prestige Cleaners, chairman of HonorAir Knoxville, and senior member of Mayor Madeline Rogero’s administration.

Getaways: Hidden Gems of Orlando

There’s no better place than Orlando for some summer fun—and Disney World isn’t the only thing to see! Check out these spots to experience the very best that Florida has to offer. | By Sarah H. Clark

Dining Out: Brazeiros Churrascaria: Comida Típica Brasileira

For authentic Brazilian dining, look no further than this churrascaria, or Brazilian Steakhouse. Come for the food, but stay for the true gaucho experience: é uma coisa bem brasileira! By Sarah H. Clark

Social Calendar: May/June 2012

By Drew Daniel

Local Politics: No Excuses

By George Korda | Illustration by Danny Wilson

The Knoxonomist: Summer Jobs & Sundown in the City

Dear Knoxonomist: My son has just completed his junior year of high school—and it’s time for him to earn some [...]