The sixth edition of The Writing Room is here. This month’s newsletter opens with a story that hits close to home — a tragic accident caused by a dead tree that a property owner knew was dangerous but never addressed. We break down what every Tennessee homeowner should know about tree-related liability, including how dead or decaying trees can create legal exposure, why not every tree dispute falls under the same area of law, and why insurance coverage isn’t always as straightforward as it seems.
From the desk of Craig P. Glenn, Esq., we tackle a topic most clients don’t think to ask about — attorney fees. Many larger firms now charge a 40% contingency fee instead of the traditional one-third, and on a $300,000 settlement, that difference is roughly $21,000. Craig explains what to look for in a fee agreement, how case expenses are handled, and why transparency should be a deciding factor when choosing representation. We also cover our full range of practice areas, from truck and commercial vehicle accidents to premises liability, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and estate planning.