Perry A. Craft has dedicated his life to helping people in need. He has tried, settled, or resolved numerous civil and criminal cases in State and Federal courts, and has represented teachers and administrators before school boards, administrative judges, and the state Board of Education. Learn more about Attorney Craft.
Posts by Perry Craft
Cases Awaiting Final Decisions during the New Supreme Court Term
The United States Supreme Court, the highest court in America, makes the ultimate decisions regarding all legal and constitutional disputes, both criminal and civil, in the country. On the first Monday in October 2016, the Supreme Court started a new term. During the new term, the high court will hear and decide several cases, including…
Read MoreImmigrants Charged with Drug Crimes Can Face Removal
When a citizen is accused of a drug crime, he or she can seek the help of an attorney to fight the charges. If the person is found not guilty, he or she can move forward. If that person is found guilty, he or she may have to serve time in jail or prison. For…
Read MoreDiscovery in Civil Cases
In Tennessee, when the amount of money disputed or owed is more than $25,000, a case typically is filed in Circuit Court. In Circuit Court, the parties can request – and force – their opponents to participate in discovery. Discovery in civil cases means sending out and answering interrogatories (requiring the other side to answer…
Read MoreWill the Justice Department’s Decision to Stop Using Private Prisons Affect Immigrants Being Detained Too?
On August 18, 2016, the Justice Department announced that it would no longer use private prisons to house people convicted of federal crimes. The Washington Post reported that private prison facilities were “both less safe and less effective” than prisons run by the government. This decision however, for complicated legal reasons, does not affect state-run…
Read MoreMediation
There are several ways to resolve disputes. Mediation is one such way. Often, courts order parties to mediate their disputes. Mediation is a voluntary negotiation moderated by an independent individual not affiliated with either of the two disputing sides. Each side must agree to the resolution. The two disputing sides and the independent third party…
Read MoreStarting a Business
America is a capitalist society; everyone can operate a business. He or she can do so with little fear of government interference, unlike in some countries. However, there are laws and regulations. Anyone can operate any type of business – for example, a sole proprietorship, a partnership, or a corporation. But starting a business is…
Read MoreBeing a U.S. Military Veteran May Not Save You from Deportation
Many immigrants who come to the United States as children serve honorably as members of the military. However, being a military veteran is not necessarily enough to keep you from facing removal charges from the United States if you are charged with and/or convicted of a crime after your return to civilian life. The American…
Read MoreBlood Alcohol Content
In Tennessee and all other U.S. jurisdictions, it is illegal to drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The penalty for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) includes having your driver’s license suspended or revoked. To show that you were under the influence of drugs or alcohol, authorities usually try to measure your blood…
Read MoreA Man Pretending to Be an ICE Agent Threatened a Woman with Deportation
In July, a woman in Placentia, California reported to the police department that a man came to her place of work and tried to extort money from her. Luis Flores-Mendoza “allegedly wore a green uniform similar to a police uniform complete with a vest, badge and gun. The man allegedly gave her a phony letter…
Read MoreThe New and Improved Military Lending Act
Congress and the Department of Defense (DOD) have enacted laws and regulations, particularly the Military Lending Act (MLA), that protect military personnel and their families from unscrupulous lenders and individuals who provide credit to them. While soldiers, sailors, and marines are trained for combat and military operations, relatively few have been schooled in dealing with…
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