Creditors May Find Recourse with Bankruptcy Code's Defalcation Provision by D. Hiatt Collins Imagine you are a subcontractor at work on a large construction project under a general contractor. The general contractor has not paid you for some time, and you then learn that the general contractor has filed for bankruptcy. You may resign yourself to accepting pennies on the dollar for what you are owed. There is a provision in the Bankruptcy Code, however, that may allow you to recover more than you originally believed you would. The Challenges of Land Use & Zoning: How to Put Your Best Foot Forward By Tad Harris Dealing with zoning issues can be challenging whether you are a land owner or developer seeking approval of a subdivision or planned unit development (“PUD”) plat or a zoning waiver from a local Planning Commission, or if you are a neighbor or community group in opposition to the development. Involuntary Bankruptcy Considerations for Partnerships and Joint Ventures by D. Hiatt Collins When business partnerships fall on financial hard times, the relationship between the partners may sour and cause disagreement over the course the business should take. These disagreements can include whether the partnership should file for bankruptcy or attempt to ride out the difficulties. Potential Liability for Employers When Providing Letters of Recommendation by Chris Cardwell Human resources professionals and others in management positions have typically worried about being held liable for providing a negative recommendation, but employers also can be sued for false representations when providing a positive referral concerning an employee. Navigating the Rules and Regulations of Tennessee’s Boards and Commissions: Protect Your Company from Adverse Decisions by Matthew Scanlan Although the media focuses on changes to Tennessee Law, changes to the state’s rules and regulations by the various agencies in state government can be just as beneficial or damaging to a business. Often state agencies make changes to rules that they perceive as minor, which can result in enormous costs for regulated industries.

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