Wyatt, Tarrant and Combs, LLP

Wyatt had a fantastic time volunteering with KET during their WinterPledge 2024 phone bank. We've proudly supported KET's phone bank for over 30 years.

The December 23, 2024 deadline is quickly approaching for HIPAA covered entities, including healthcare providers and health plans, to update their policies and procedures regarding reproductive health, following new regulations issued by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Margaret Young Levi, a member of the Firm's Health Care Service Team, outlines these policy revisions. To read the full article, click the link below.

Wyatt is pleased to announce that Glen G. Reid and Mark Vorder-Bruegge, Jr., of the Memphis office, have been recognized as 2024 Mid-South Super Lawyers. This prestigious honor is awarded to no more than five percent of the lawyers in the state annually, based on a comprehensive selection process designed to highlight outstanding attorneys for both legal professionals and consumers. To read the full article, click the link below.

A Texas federal court recently blocked a U.S. Department of Labor rule that would have raised overtime pay eligibility for workers. The ruling invalidates significant salary threshold increases set to take effect in 2024 and 2025, potentially affecting how employers manage overtime pay. Lillie Stivers, a member of Wyatt's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Service Team, discusses what this decision means for employers and workers nationwide. To read the full article, click the link below.

As the holiday season approaches, so do the highly anticipated office parties. While these events offer a great opportunity for team bonding, they can also present risks for employers. Lillie Stivers, a member of the Firm's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Service Team, discusses the key dos and don'ts that can help make your holiday celebration a success for everyone. To read the full article, click the link below.

Wyatt is pleased to announce that the 2025 Edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" ranks the Firm’s Mining Law practice nationally. The firm earned rankings in 53 practice areas across its four metropolitan markets, reflecting a combination of excellence and broad expertise. The rankings are based on client and lawyer evaluations, peer reviews, and firm-submitted information, making them one of the most respected honors in the legal community. To read the full article, click the link below.

Wyatt is pleased to welcome Emma Mansberg Weintraub to the firm as a member of the Litigation & Dispute Resolution Service Team in Memphis. Emma will assist with a variety of practice areas, including appellate matters, commercial disputes, constitutional law, employment issues, and tort and insurance defense. She earned her J.D. from Emory University School of Law, where she graduated with Honors, served as an Articles Editor for the Emory Law Journal and the Treasurer for the Emory Civil Rights Society. Before attending law school, Emma earned her M.A. in Women’s Studies, summa cum laude, and B.A. in Political Science, summa cum laude, from the University of Alabama, where she was a University Fellow, Blount Scholar, and chairperson of the Blackburn Institute.

Congratulations to our very own Emma M. Weintraub on being sworn in by the Tennessee Bar today! We are incredibly proud of your commitment and perseverance, and we can't wait to see the amazing future that lies ahead for you!

In September, the EEOC filed four lawsuits against employers for violations of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, highlighting the need for reasonable accommodations for employees affected by pregnancy. Michelle Wyrick, a member of Wyatt's Litigation & Dispute Resolution Service Team, discusses the implications of these cases for employers and the importance of understanding compliance with the PWFA. To read the full article, click the link below.

Wyatt is pleased to welcome Kelly Carty Zimmerer to the Health Care Service Team in Louisville. She will concentrate her practice in the areas of health care and related litigation. Kelly was a Summer Associate with Wyatt while earning her J.D. from the University of Louisville Brandeis School of Law, graduating Valedictorian, where she was the Senior Articles Editor for the University of Louisville Law Review and the recipient of 13 CALI Awards. Prior to attending law school, Kelly earned her M.A. in English from the University of Louisville and her B.A. in Biology and English from Johns Hopkins University, graduating with General Honors.?