Knoxville

Knoxville Attorney Faces Five-Year Suspension for Misconduct in Federal Court Cases

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Knoxville, Tennessee — A local attorney, who previously ran for a congressional seat, has been suspended from practicing law in federal court for five years due to ethical violations in two significant cases. Van R. Irion, representing a resident of Athens, Tennessee, faced scrutiny for actions that U.S. Chief District Judge Travis R. McDonough deemed misleading and unprofessional. The controversies revolve around two federal lawsuits involving Irion and his client, Glenn Whiting. In the first case, filed in 2022, the lawsuit targeted the city of Athens and a former city attorney, alleging retaliation against Whiting … Read more

Knoxville Attorney Highlights Legal Concerns Over New Immigration Legislation; ACLU Prepares for Legal Battle

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Knoxville, TN — As the legislature passes a controversial immigration bill in Tennessee, it has rapidly caught the attention of rights groups, labeling it as a potential constitutional violation. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has already announced intentions to legally challenge the bill, reinforcing concerns over its alignment with constitutional standards. Legal experts in the region, including several from Knoxville, have raised their voices about the bill’s contentious clauses, suggesting that certain provisions may infringe on individual rights as protected by the U.S. Constitution. This backlash is not just from activists but also comes … Read more

Knoxville Murder Case Progresses to Grand Jury as Details of Gruesome Crime Emerge

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The murder case involving Juan Carlos Diaz Perez, accused of killing his girlfriend Suceli Perez, was forwarded to the Knox County Grand Jury on Wednesday morning, signaling a critical development in this harrowing case from Knoxville. Suceli Perez was found deceased in July under disturbing circumstances. A detailed autopsy report indicated that the cause of death was homicide, characterized by severe injuries to her head, face, and neck. Furthermore, evidence of strangulation was confirmed in the report. The case initially unfolded when Knoxville Police detectives were summoned to a residence on Mercer … Read more