What is a Claims Adjuster?

By Jedidiah McKeehan There are a number of weird words and job titles that I encounter in the legal field.  Where did the job title, “bailiff” come from?  Why is it called a “motion to quash” and not a “motion to squash?”  Where did the title, “guardian ad litem” come...

Friendsville and the original ‘Cudjo Cave’

By Mike Steely Whether you’re still cocooning at home or venturing out there are some very interesting places nearby that you can take the family to walk around without being in a crowd. Every town and community in East Tennessee is unique, fun and educational....

NCAA athletes will (likely) soon be compensated

By Mark Nagi It’s been a long time in coming. Finally, it appears that collegiate athletes will be allowed by the NCAA to receive compensation for their own name, image and likeness. “Throughout our efforts to enhance support for college athletes, the NCAA has relied...

Skeptic or cynic?

By Dr. Jim Ferguson I have to admit that the more I listen to “experts” the more confused I become. As a citizen and physician, I believe it is my duty to stay informed. So, I read widely.  And I watch the daily White House Coronavirus Task Force briefings....