Tennessee Court of Appeals

Court affirms oral stock agreement dispute judgment

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment regarding an oral stock agreement dispute. The court upheld the plaintiff's claim for a share of company profits based on an alleged oral agreement for stock transfer in exchange for facilitating financing for a commercial real estate purchase. The ruling impacts the parties involved in the specific corporate dispute.

Stockton Enterprises, Inc. v. Bell - Appeal Dismissed for Late Filing

The Tennessee Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Lamont and Luquetta Bell against Stockton Enterprises, Inc. The dismissal was due to the appellants failing to file their notice of appeal within the mandatory 30-day period following the entry of the final judgment. The court denied a request for attorney's fees related to the appeal.

Mother's Parental Rights Termination Affirmed

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's decision to terminate a mother's parental rights due to abandonment and severe abuse. The mother's appeal was unsuccessful, and the case was remanded.

Father's Appeal Dismissed for Failing to Comply with Briefing Rules

The Tennessee Court of Appeals dismissed a father's appeal because his brief failed to comply with appellate procedure rules. The court affirmed the trial court's dismissal of the father's petition for parenting time. This decision highlights the importance of adhering to procedural rules in appeals.

Tino Cartez Sutton v. State of Tennessee - Appeal Dismissed for Late Filing

The Tennessee Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Tino Cartez Sutton due to a late filing of the notice of appeal. The appellant failed to file within the mandatory 30-day period required by Tennessee Rule of Appellate Procedure 4(a).

Legends Bank v. Orusa - Appeal Dismissed for Late Filing

The Tennessee Court of Appeals dismissed an appeal filed by Samson Orusa against Legends Bank and the Tennessee Department of Revenue. The dismissal was due to the appellant failing to file the notice of appeal with the Appellate Court Clerk within the mandatory 30-day period after the order was entered.

Parental Rights Termination Vacated and Remanded

The Tennessee Court of Appeals vacated a juvenile court's termination of a mother's parental rights and remanded the case. The appellate court found that the mother's counsel's withdrawal on the day of the hearing constituted an error, necessitating further proceedings.

Court Opinion Denies Father's Custody Petition Based on Home State

The Tennessee Court of Appeals vacated a juvenile court's order denying a father's custody petition. The court found that the juvenile court's order denying review failed to comply with state statute regarding the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA). The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Urquia v. Neal - Dissenting Opinion on UM Statute Application

A dissenting opinion in the Urquia v. Neal case argues against the trial court's interpretation of Tennessee's uninsured motorist (UM) statute. The dissent contends that the statute's plain language, specifically section (d), should have been applied based on the process server's notation of 'NOT TO BE FOUND AFTER DILIGENT SEARCH AND INQUIRY,' rather than requiring further action or reissuance of summons.

Capps v. OneCare Dental Solutions LLC - Fiduciary Duty Breach

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's judgment against Deborah McGilton for breaching her fiduciary duty as a member of OneCare Dental Solutions LLC. McGilton unilaterally sold company assets for $70,000 while securing personal employment, despite previous valuations suggesting a much higher worth. The court found the trial court properly adopted the Special Master's findings.