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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: How can I resolve a dispute over a property deed in Tennessee with the county?

I bought a property in Tennessee, and the deed indicates that part of it is listed under a different tax ID. This section is claimed by the county under their name without any deed to support their ownership. The county couldn't provide a deed to prove ownership but insisted that they'll... View More

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answered on Nov 1, 2025

Asserting adverse possession, even under color of title, against the government is usually impossible. It may be a boundary dispute where acquiescence to ascertainable boundary monuments could be alleged. You have a dispute and apparently the grantor told you about it before you were conveyed... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Collections and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I get in trouble for missing a debt court appearance due to urgent medical issues?

I am scheduled to appear in court this morning for a debt that I am unable to pay. Due to serious health reasons and caring responsibilities, including raising three grandchildren and taking care of my disabled mother, I am not currently working. The court summons was left at my aunt's house,... View More

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answered on Oct 28, 2025

A default judgment will go down. You have ten days to ask the Court to set it aside. Hire a lawyer to do this. If you do it yourself, start by going to the Courthouse and getting a copy of the civil warrant with the judgment you want to set aside. Lack of personal service might be sufficient... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law, Civil Litigation, Civil Rights and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Store refuses to release guns, claiming I'm an arms seller; what can I do legally in TN?

I ordered several guns online through Gunbroker, having them transferred to a Glock store. However, the store refused to release the firearms, claiming that I was an arms seller. They have also banned me from the store, informed other stores not to do business with me, and refused to conduct... View More

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answered on Oct 17, 2025

You are going to have to hire an attorney to sue the firearm dealer who has your guns. If they are already paid for, including the local dealer/defendant's fees, then you might file an Action To Recover Personal Property in General Sessions. But most likely you will have to sue in... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Civil Litigation, Gov & Administrative Law and Personal Injury for Tennessee on
Q: Legal recourse for accident due to unsafe intersection and fleeing driver with criminal history?

My adult daughter was involved in a car accident while driving my car. She was hit by another vehicle, resulting in our car being totaled. While our insurance will cover the vehicle under uninsured motorist coverage and medical insurance will handle the emergency room visit, I’m concerned about... View More

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answered on Aug 20, 2025

A Tennessee attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for almost two weeks. I'm sorry about the accident. I hope your daughter is okay. In terms of actions, one of the first steps to consider would be to reach out to local Tennessee attorneys. You describe a setting where it... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Tennessee on
Q: How can I legally compel Sumner County Codes Department to enforce a violation?

I've reported a violation multiple times to the Sumner County Codes Department regarding my neighbors setting up a second shed as a living space, which violates local regulations in Gallatin, TN. Despite many emails to the codes department and the local councilman, the issue remains... View More

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answered on Jul 9, 2025

You probably cannot as you have no authority. Hire a lawyer to search the title and see if there are any type of restrictions of record. Hopefully both of you are in a subdivision where you would have standing to file suit in Chancery to get an injunction to enforce the restrictions if... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Civil Litigation and Constitutional Law for Tennessee on
Q: Train frequently blocks private crossing, blocking emergency access in Tennessee.

I live at a private railroad crossing in Tennessee, and the train frequently blocks our only way in and out for hours at a time. This affects not only me but also other residents in the area, creating a potential hazard since emergency vehicles cannot reach us, and there is no alternative route.... View More

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answered on Jun 6, 2025

I know of no possible remedy. Railroad either has an easement or owns the land where the road crosses the track. Either way is superior to any access you might claim since it is not blocking access all the time but only when the RR uses that track. Did you not search your title before you... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Does a s** offender in Tennessee need permission to leave the state or inform Virginia before entering for work?

I want to know if a s** offender in Tennessee on active parole requires permission to leave the state. Additionally, does the offender have to use his legal name when advertising his business, which involves custom-built computers, laptops, upgrades, and gaming PCs? There is no indication in the... View More

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answered on May 12, 2025

Sex offender needs to talk to his attorney and read his Judgment of Conviction. There will be several requirements and the Tennessee Statutes include many others. Violation means imprisonment. Do not act without doing this or you will be violated and serve a good portion of your Sentence... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Identity Theft, Consumer Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Data breach from school board in Tennessee involving my info, including SSN. Concerned about long-term risks, notified late. Grounds for lawsuit?

I recently received a letter from the Washington County school board notifying me of a data breach involving my personal information, including my social security number, name, contact information, DOB, and possibly my medical history. I am 27 years old and haven't attended these schools since... View More

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answered on May 1, 2025

Until you suffer some loss/damages, you do not have a case even if there is a plausible cause of action. It would be a government tort liability action with damage caps, 1 year SOL, and no jury. Few lawyers know how to file one. If something bad happens, and you have done your due diligence to... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law, Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation for Tennessee on
Q: Concerns over management of life insurance benefits for minor children.

I am concerned about the management of my late son's life insurance policy benefits. He worked for the federal Department of Defense and did not designate a beneficiary, so the primary beneficiaries are his minor children. His mother was supposed to establish a Thrift Savings Plan to hold the... View More

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answered on Apr 3, 2025

I doubt you have any legal standing here. And there are probably no causes of actions available. If a crime occurred, the SOL has run for both State and Federal, and that was probably what should have been looked into. If the Policy has already been paid out, then there are not any "next... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Military Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can I carry my service weapon on Fort Campbell Army Base as a civilian police officer?

I am a civilian police officer whose department requires me to take my service weapon home and to carry it while in uniform, even when off the clock. I live on the Fort Campbell Army Base with my active duty spouse, and I take my patrol car home as required. Are there any legal issues I should be... View More

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answered on Apr 1, 2025

Military Posts are federal jurisdiction, not State. So check with the Provost Marshall or Security there. The Post Commander sets the rules for firearms on his post, which usually involves registration and not being armed.

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2 Answers | Asked in Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Federal Crimes for Tennessee on
Q: Can I carry a gun in TN after rights restored?

I am a felon whose citizenship rights have been restored pursuant to T.C.A. § 40-29-101 and T.C.A. § 40-29-107, including the right to vote, serve on a jury, and eligibility to possess a firearm under T.C.A. § 39-17-1307(b)(1), effective as of March 7, 2025. My charges included 2 counts of... View More

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answered on Mar 23, 2025

It is possible that your firearm disability in TN is removed. But since the conviction is not expunged, anytime you are accosted by LEOs, with a firearm, you will be at least detained if not arrested. There are also age requirements involved, and possibly some other incident in your life may... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Traffic Tickets for Tennessee on
Q: Driver's license unlawfully suspended; no communication from DMV

I believe my driver's license was unlawfully suspended. I was not given any explanation or communication from the DMV regarding the suspension. I have no recent traffic violations or tickets, and this has affected my ability to apply for a job in another state.

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answered on Feb 15, 2025

DOS (not dmv) issues TNDLs. So you have to make them happy. Contact DOS and try to get a list of things you need to fix/pay to get reinstated. A DOS Hearing would probably do you no good, and take too long. You might need a TN attorney to assist you, but most of it you do yourself. Get... View More

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Q: My husband died June 6th 2020 at Trousdale.. because no medical attention.. could I please join the families in this

June 6th 2020 there was a massive fight and guards fearful off their life and under staff medical team

My husband got hit in the chest and medical attention took their time getting to him fearful of their own life. They said he died of heart attack but this is not sitting right with me .

Seamus Kelly
Seamus Kelly
answered on Oct 10, 2024

First, condolences for your loss. I'm afraid your past the statute of limitations, or time limit, to bring a lawsuit, as wrongful death needs to be brought within one year of the date of death. To the extent the committed fraud to cover up the cause of death, you may be able to restart the one... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Gov & Administrative Law and Traffic Tickets for Tennessee on
Q: Do you have to pay parking tickets issued by a public university? What can they do if you don’t?

I’ve received a few parking tickets from the University of Tennessee. I was wondering what would happen if I don’t pay them and if there are any repercussions to not doing so.

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answered on Sep 25, 2024

Parking Tickets are rarely moving violations, so do not go on your MVR. You can be sued for the money, and if the same Court that hears your Parking Tickets also has a Rule of the Road Violation before it, you will have to pay the Parking Citations prior to dealing with the other Offenses cited.

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Q: In Tennessee, are motor vehicles legal in rivers?
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answered on Aug 30, 2024

A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney, you could check with your state's DMV or recreational, boating, or public safety agencies. If you mean to enter briefly to launch a vessel from a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: How could a family investing club be structured other than as a partnership?

We would prefer that the club pay taxes directly rather than having to issue K-1's to the partners.

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answered on May 28, 2024

A family investing club could be structured as a C corporation or an LLC taxed as a C corporation to avoid the need to issue K-1s to partners. Here are a few key considerations:

C Corporation:

- The club would be incorporated and shares issued to the family members.

- The... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Tennessee on
Q: Does Tennessee have a comparable statute to Florida 558.0035 "An individual, employee or agent of a "company name",

cannot be held individually liable for damages resulting from negligence occurring within the course and scope of this professional services contract or the performance of professional services hereunder?

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answered on May 27, 2024

Tennessee does not have a statute that is directly comparable to Florida's 558.0035, which protects individual employees or agents from personal liability for negligence within the scope of their professional duties under a contract. However, Tennessee does provide certain protections for... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Real Estate Law for Tennessee on
Q: Why does TN Code Section 48-57-102, subdivision (a)(2) regarding demands for a corporate special meeting exclude...

...reference to the bylaws as in subdivision (a)(1)? Aren't requirements for meetings normally in a corporation's bylaws (as opposed to the charter, which I would understand to be the articles of incorporation)? Or, if a corporation's bylaws do address requirements for demanding a... View More

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answered on Mar 5, 2024

The Tennessee Condominium Act (TCA 66-27) governs condominium associations in the state. Per TCA 66-27-402, the bylaws of the association must provide for meetings of the unit owners/members. The bylaws are supposed to specify things like how meetings are called, notice requirements, quorum, voting... View More

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Q: I’m 18 and wondering if I can keep a handgun in my vehicle?
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answered on Jan 10, 2024

In Tennessee, the law regarding handguns and their possession by individuals under 21 can be complex. As an 18-year-old, you are typically allowed to possess a handgun, but there are restrictions on how and where you can carry it.

Regarding keeping a handgun in your vehicle, Tennessee law... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Does the county circuit court clerk’s office have an obligation to redact private info, i.e. SS#?

An attorney requested records from the circuit court clerk’s office in Jefferson County, TN regarding a 13 year old case involving a petition for an order of protection and subsequent granting of a restraining order by a judge. I was the petitioner. The records released to this attorney contained... View More

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answered on Dec 17, 2023

In Tennessee, there are laws and regulations that govern the handling of sensitive personal information in public records, including those held by the circuit court clerk's office. Generally, these offices are expected to redact confidential information like social security and driver's... View More

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