Dale Bay, Margaret Roney, and Dawson Ogletree recently obtained a defense verdict in favor of an urgent care physician in a two-week wrongful death healthcare liability trial in Montgomery County Circuit Court. The plaintiff alleged the defendant physician misdiagnosed the decedent with gastroesophageal reflux disease four days prior to his death from cardiac tamponade as a result of a rare … Read More

The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) announced on April 23, 2024, that it will raise the Fair Labor Standards Act’s (FLSA) minimum annual salary threshold in a series of two steps.  First, on July 1, the threshold will increase from $35,568 to $43,888 per year.  Then, on January 1, 2025, it will increase to $58,656.   The FLSA mandates that employers … Read More

Daniel Olivas, shareholder in Lewis Thomason’s Nashville office, was a guest lecturer at the University of Tennessee College of Law’s administrative law course recently.  Administrative law refers to the branch of law governing the creation and operation of administrative agencies.  Daniel represents industrial, construction, corporate, and non-profit clients before multiple administrative agencies in employment discrimination matters, including Title VII, ADA, … Read More

Michael Goode recently presented Tax Mitigation Strategies to The Standard’s Leadership Society.  Tax mitigation strategies can reduce the amount of taxes owed by taking advantage of the federal tax code.  Michael has extensive experience in preparing estate and business succession plans for a variety of clients, including those with closely held family businesses, large retirement accounts, and complex legal issues. … Read More

David Garst was recently recognized for his contributions as founder of the Tennessee Association of Construction Counsel (TACC) at its 20th Year Gala in Nashville.  Past and current members addressed David’s contributions as “Godfather” of the preeminent professional organization of Tennessee construction lawyers.  The celebration occurred during the annual meeting at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Event … Read More

Chuck Cagle was the closing speaker at the Cumberland University Education Policy Forum.  He spoke on “Recent Developments in Education Law from the General Assembly and the Courts.” Chuck Cagle is a shareholder and chair of the Education Law and Government Relations Practice Group for the firm’s Nashville office. He is a frequent speaker on education topics.

Coach Phillip Fulmer, former coach of the University of Tennessee football team, recently visited Lewis Thomason’s Memphis office.  He spoke on behalf of the Boys and Girls Club of the Hatchie River Region, talked Tennessee Football, and celebrated the 25th anniversary of the national Championship win by UT.  The Memphis office was thrilled to have him!

By: Heidi A. Barcus Established in the early 90’s, the Knoxville Bar Foundation provides a vehicle for grants in support of important programs and projects in our community. The funding for the grants comes primarily from the Fellows of the Foundation. The Fellows program publicly honors and recognizes attorneys who have distinguished themselves in the legal profession and in service … Read More