Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How To Protect Yourself When Making an Oral Business Contract in Tennessee
In Tennessee, oral business contracts are way more common than many people realize. Often, business owners finalize deals with a handshake, a casual chat, or a quick phone call, especially if they already know each other. However, while verbal agreements are enforceable in Tennessee, they come with many risks. Without clear documentation, it is… Read More »
How To Prove Undue Influence in a Tennessee Will Contest
In Tennessee, one of the main reasons people contest wills is due to undue influence. If your deceased loved one’s will seems off, you may be able to challenge it under this ground. Understanding what undue influence is, how courts assess it, and the kind of evidence you need can help you determine whether… Read More »
How the Foreclosure Process Works in Tennessee
Facing foreclosure can be overwhelming for any homeowner in Tennessee. If you’re behind on mortgage payments, you probably have many questions: how much notice will you get before foreclosure starts? Can you catch up on missed payments to stop it? In Tennessee, foreclosure laws are stringent, and while the state allows judicial and nonjudicial… Read More »
How To Protect Your Rights When Signing a Construction Contract
Whether you are building a new house, renovating a property, or managing a big development, signing a contract is a vital step. These agreements, which are between a project owner and a contractor, define the project’s scope, including the work involved, process, and the project’s terms and conditions. When you sign a construction contract,… Read More »
Why You Shouldn’t Accept the First Insurance Settlement Offer
After suffering an injury in a car accident or another incident due to another party’s negligence in Tennessee, it is understandable to want to settle your case as soon as possible and move on with your life. When the at-fault party’s insurance company reaches out with a settlement offer, you might feel tempted to… Read More »
Are Oral Business Contracts Enforceable in Tennessee?
While most people enter into written contracts, sometimes business owners get into oral agreements. It is quite normal to make quick business deals over a phone call or during a meeting, especially with people you’ve known for a long time and trust. But when a conflict arises, you might start to wonder if an… Read More »
Understanding Your Insurance Policy: Key Terms Tennessee Policyholders Should Know
Like many other industries, the insurance industry uses certain terms and phrases that are unique to it. With all that insurance jargon, it can be hard for policyholders to understand the information in their policies. Whether you are dealing with a car accident, property damage, or another insurance claim in Tennessee, it is vital… Read More »
Signs of Real Estate Fraud To Watch Out for
Real estate is one of the largest financial investments most people will ever make. Unfortunately, because real estate transactions involve large sums of money, they are a common target for fraud. In Tennessee, many have fallen victim to real estate fraud. Real estate fraud can happen in any type of transaction, so whether you… Read More »
Can I Sue for Specific Performance in a Tennessee Real Estate Deal?
Buyers and sellers of real estate invest time, money, and effort into the transaction process. If you are looking to buy or sell a property, you expect the other party to fulfill their obligations and follow through with the contract. Unfortunately, one side may sometimes fail to stick to their end of the deal… Read More »
Understanding Tennessee’s Statute of Repose for Construction Defects
In Tennessee, all legal actions for damages caused by the negligence of another party have a time limit within which the action must be commenced. For claims involving negligent construction or design of an improvement to real estate, there is a crucial deadline called a statute of repose. Understanding this legal deadline is vital… Read More »