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reasons rule in Tennessee

33 Tennessee opinions name it 4 courts 1872–2025 2 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Tennessee courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (17)

CaseFollowedCited
State v. Nixgreen
tenn · 2001 · cited in 3 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2015–2021
2 sentences

2021See Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 28, § 5(F)(4) (“A petition may be dismissed without a hearing if it . . . does not state the reasons that the claim is not barred by the statute of limitations.”); see also State v. Nix, 40 S.W.3d 459, 464-65 (Tenn. 2001).

2015See Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 28, § 5(F)(4) (“A petition may be dismissed without a hearing if it . . . does not state the reasons that the claim is not barred by the statute of limitations . . . .”); see also State v. Nix, 40 S.W.3d 459, 464-65 (Tenn. 2001).

33
Twin City Pipe Line Co. v. Harding Glass Co.green
scotus · 1931 · cited in 3 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 1944–2017
2 sentences

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

23
Home Beneficial Ass'n v. Whitegreen
tenn · 1944 · cited in 2 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2011–2017
2 sentences

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

22
Aetna Casualty & Surety Co. v. Longgreen
tenn · 1978 · cited in 2 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 1980–1986
2 sentences

1986In Masters , we quoted the following from Aetna Casualty & Surety Co. v. Long, 569 S.W.2d 444, 449 (Tenn.1978): The reasons for the requirement as to notice of injury are to give the employer an opportunity to make an investigation while the facts are accessible and also to enable him to provide timely and proper treatment for the injured employee.

1980Co. v. Long, Tenn., 569 S.W.2d 444, 449 (1978): “ ‘The reasons for the requirement as to notice of injury are to give the employer an opportunity to make an investigation while the facts are accessible, and also to enable him to provide timely and proper treatment for the injured employee.’ 82 Am.Jur.2d, Workmen’s Compensation § 443, p. 209.

22
Gluck Brothers, Inc. v. Pollardgreen
tenn · 1968 · cited in 2 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 1995–2016
2 sentences

2016“In determining whether an employee has shown a reasonable excuse for failure to give such notice, courts will consider the following criteria in light of the above reasons for the rule: (1) the employer’s actual knowledge of the employee’s injury, (2) lack of prejudice to the employer by an excusing of the requirement, and (3) the excuse or inability of the employee to timely notify the employer.” McCaleb, 910 S.W.2d at 415 (citing Gluck Bros., Inc. v. Pollard, 426 S.W.2d 763 (Tenn. 1968)).

1995See Gluck Brothers, Inc. v. Pollard, 221 Tenn. 383 , 426 S.W.2d 763 (1968).

12
Feagins v. Stategreen
tenncrimapp · 1979 · cited in 2 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 1982–1988
2 sentences

1988The reasons for this requirement were ably stated by Judge Tatum, now retired, in Feagins v. State, 596 S.W.2d 108, 110 (Tenn.Crim.App.1979).

1982The reasons for the rule are discussed in Davidson, supra and Feagins, supra. We adhere to the clear and plain provisions of Rule 12(b)(3) and 12(f) as adopted by the Supreme Court and the General Assembly; we reject Lee’s insistance that the rule is not applicable when a violation of a constitutional right is claimed.

12
Baugh v. Novakgreen
tenn · 2011 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2017–2017
1 sentence

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

11
Leonard Edward Smith v. State of Tennesseegreen
tenn · 2011 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015“Whether due process considerations require tolling of a statute of limitations is a mixed question of law and fact, which we review de novo with no presumption of correctness.” Smith v. State, 357 S.W.3d 322, 355 (Tenn. 2011) (quoting Harris v. State, 301 S.W.3d 141, 145 (Tenn. 2010)).

11
Ricky HARRIS v. STATE of Tennesseered
tenn · 2010 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015“Whether due process considerations require tolling of a statute of limitations is a mixed question of law and fact, which we review de novo with no presumption of correctness.” Smith v. State, 357 S.W.3d 322, 355 (Tenn. 2011) (quoting Harris v. State, 301 S.W.3d 141, 145 (Tenn. 2010)).

11
Vintage Health Resources, Inc. v. Guiangangreen
tennctapp · 2009 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
1 sentence

2011McCallum v. McIsaac, 159 Tenn. 655, 658 , 21 S.W.2d 392, 393 (1929) (indicating that "[t]o invalidate a contract for illegality, the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral”); Vintage Health Res., Inc. v. Guiangan, 309 S.W.3d at 466 (declaring that "Tennessee law is clear that, for a contract to be deemed unenforceable as violative of public policy, ‘the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral’ ”). 9 .

11
Evans v. Sheridengreen
tennctapp · 1944 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
2 sentences

2011See Home Beneficial Ass'n v. White, 180 Tenn. 585, 589 , 177 S.W.2d 545, 546 (1944) (quoting Twin City Pipe Line Co. v. Harding Glass Co., 283 U.S. 353, 356-57 , 51 S.Ct. 476 , 75 L.Ed. 1112 (1931) (stating that “[t]he principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine rests”)); Stansell v. Roach, 147 Tenn. at 190 , 246 S.W. at 522 (indicating that “[c]ourts will not declare contracts void on grounds of public policy except in cases free from doubt; a prejudice to the

2011See Home Beneficial Ass'n v. White, 180 Tenn. 585, 589 , 177 S.W.2d 545, 546 (1944) (quoting Twin City Pipe Line Co. v. Harding Glass Co., 283 U.S. 353, 356-57 , 51 S.Ct. 476 , 75 L.Ed. 1112 (1931) (stating that “[t]he principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine rests”)); Stansell v. Roach, 147 Tenn. at 190 , 246 S.W. at 522 (indicating that “[c]ourts will not declare contracts void on grounds of public policy except in cases free from doubt; a prejudice to the

11
McCallum v. McIsaacgreen
tenn · 1929 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2011–2011
2 sentences

2011McCallum v. McIsaac, 159 Tenn. 655, 658 , 21 S.W.2d 392, 393 (1929) (indicating that "[t]o invalidate a contract for illegality, the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral”); Vintage Health Res., Inc. v. Guiangan, 309 S.W.3d at 466 (declaring that "Tennessee law is clear that, for a contract to be deemed unenforceable as violative of public policy, ‘the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral’ ”). 9 .

2011McCallum v. McIsaac, 159 Tenn. 655, 658 , 21 S.W.2d 392, 393 (1929) (indicating that "[t]o invalidate a contract for illegality, the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral”); Vintage Health Res., Inc. v. Guiangan, 309 S.W.3d at 466 (declaring that "Tennessee law is clear that, for a contract to be deemed unenforceable as violative of public policy, ‘the illegality must be inherent, not merely collateral’ ”). 9 .

11
Paschall's, Inc. v. Doziergreen
tenn · 1966 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
1 sentence

2010“The most significant requirement for a recovery on quasi contract is that the enrichment . . . be unjust.” Paschall’s, Inc. v. J.P.Dozier, 407 S.W.2d 150, 155 (Tenn. 1966).

11
State v. Dyegreen
tenn · 1986 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000State v. Dye, 715 S.W.2d 36, 39-41 (Tenn. 1986)(citing Bearden v. Georgia, 461 U.S. 660, 665-668 , 672- 674, 103 S.Ct. 2064, 2069-2070, 2073-2074 (1983)).

11
State v. Browngreen
tenn · 1999 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
1 sentence

2000The most important interest served by election, however, is to ensure that the jurors deliberate over and render a verdict based on the same offense[.] Id. at 391 (citations omitted).

11
Bearden v. Georgiagreen
scotus · 1983 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 2000–2000
2 sentences

2000State v. Dye, 715 S.W.2d 36, 39-41 (Tenn. 1986)(citing Bearden v. Georgia, 461 U.S. 660, 665-668 , 672- 674, 103 S.Ct. 2064, 2069-2070, 2073-2074 (1983)).

2000State v. Dye, 715 S.W.2d 36, 39-41 (Tenn. 1986)(citing Bearden v. Georgia, 461 U.S. 660, 665-668 , 672- 674, 103 S.Ct. 2064, 2069-2070, 2073-2074 (1983)).

11
Masters v. Industrial Garments Manufacturing Co.green
tenn · 1980 · cited in 1 Tennessee opinions naming this issue, 1995–1995
1 sentence

1995See Masters v. Industrial Garments Manufacturing Co., 595 S.W.2d 811 (Tenn.1980).

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (30)

CaseCitedYears
Lewis v. Palmer green
nysupct · 1831
2 sentences

1872Hence Mr. Edwards at p. 59 of his work on Bills & Notes, after laying down the general proposition, adds: “But as between the drawer and the holder there are many circumstances that will excuse a delay or a failure to demand payment,” and as examples he says: “As if he have no funds on which he drew, or having funds there, withdrawing them to his own use;” and at page 377, he adds another example: “If the bank itself be restrained by an order of court from paying out money or transacting business, presentment is excused;” and he then gives the reasons for the exception: “because the law does n

1872Hence Mr. Edwards at p. 59 of his work on Bills & Notes, after laying down the general proposition, adds: “But as between the drawer and the holder there are many circumstances that will excuse a delay or a failure to demand payment,” and as examples he says: “As if he have no funds on which he drew, or having funds there, withdrawing them to his own use;” and at page 377, he adds another example: “If the bank itself be restrained by an order of court from paying out money or transacting business, presentment is excused;” and he then gives the reasons for the exception: “because the law does n

31872–1872
Murray v. Judah green
nysupct · 1826
2 sentences

1872Hence Mr. Edwards at p. 59 of his work on Bills & Notes, after laying down the general proposition, adds: “But as between the drawer and the holder there are many circumstances that will excuse a delay or a failure to demand payment,” and as examples he says: “As if he have no funds on which he drew, or having funds there, withdrawing them to his own use;” and at page 377, he adds another example: “If the bank itself be restrained by an order of court from paying out money or transacting business, presentment is excused;” and he then gives the reasons for the exception: “because the law does n

1872Hence Mr. Edwards at p. 59 of his work on Bills & Notes, after laying down the general proposition, adds: “But as between the drawer and the holder there are many circumstances that will excuse a delay or a failure to demand payment,” and as examples he says: “As if he have no funds on which he drew, or having funds there, withdrawing them to his own use;” and at page 377, he adds another example: “If the bank itself be restrained by an order of court from paying out money or transacting business, presentment is excused;” and he then gives the reasons for the exception: “because the law does n

31872–1872
Artis Whitehead v. State of Tennessee green
tenn · 2013
2 sentences

2025Counsel in Whitehead erroneously advised the petitioner of the deadline for filing a pro se post-conviction petition and failed to deliver promptly to the petitioner the litigation files necessary to prepare the petition. 402 S.W.3d at 632-33 .

2021“Issues regarding whether due process require[s] the tolling of the post-conviction statute of limitations are mixed questions of law and fact and are, therefore, subject to de novo review.” Whitehead, 402 S.W.3d at 621 .

22021–2025
York v. Federal Chemical Co. green
tenn · 1949
2 sentences

1978Black Diamond Collieries v. Deal, 144 Tenn. 465 , 234 S.W. 322 (1921); Brookside Mills v. Harrison, 158 Tenn. 86 , 11 S.W.2d 679 (1928); Hartwell Motor Co. v. Hickerson, 160 Tenn. 513 , 26 S.W.2d 153 (1930); York v. Federal Chemical Co., 188 Tenn. 63 , 216 S.W.2d 725 (1949); Smith v. Tennessee Furniture Industries, Inc., 212 Tenn. 291 , 369 S.W.2d 721 (1963); International Playing Card & Label Co., Inc. v. Broyles, supra. “The reasons for the requirement as to notice of injury are to give the employer an opportunity to make an investigation while the facts are accessible, and also to enable hi

1978Black Diamond Collieries v. Deal, 144 Tenn. 465 , 234 S.W. 322 (1921); Brookside Mills v. Harrison, 158 Tenn. 86 , 11 S.W.2d 679 (1928); Hartwell Motor Co. v. Hickerson, 160 Tenn. 513 , 26 S.W.2d 153 (1930); York v. Federal Chemical Co., 188 Tenn. 63 , 216 S.W.2d 725 (1949); Smith v. Tennessee Furniture Industries, Inc., 212 Tenn. 291 , 369 S.W.2d 721 (1963); International Playing Card & Label Co., Inc. v. Broyles, supra. “The reasons for the requirement as to notice of injury are to give the employer an opportunity to make an investigation while the facts are accessible, and also to enable hi

21978–1980
In Re Baby green
tenn · 2014
1 sentence

2017In order to determine wheth er a contract “is inconsistent with public policy, courts may consider the purpose of the contract, whether any violation is inherent in the contract itself, as opposed to merely a collateral consequence, and, finally, whether the enforcement of the contract will have a detrimental effect on the public.” Baby, 447 S.W.3d at 823 (citing Baugh v. Novak, 340 S.W.3d 372, 382 (Tenn. 2011)). “‘The principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine

12017–2017
McCaleb v. Saturn Corp. green
tenn · 1995
1 sentence

2016“In determining whether an employee has shown a reasonable excuse for failure to give such notice, courts will consider the following criteria in light of the above reasons for the rule: (1) the employer’s actual knowledge of the employee’s injury, (2) lack of prejudice to the employer by an excusing of the requirement, and (3) the excuse or inability of the employee to timely notify the employer.” McCaleb, 910 S.W.2d at 415 (citing Gluck Bros., Inc. v. Pollard, 426 S.W.2d 763 (Tenn. 1968)).

12016–2016
State v. Leiderman green
tenncrimapp · 2002
1 sentence

2011This court has noted “ where, as here, the transcript demonstrates the trial court provided adequate findings at the conclusion of the probation revocation hearing showing both the grounds for the revocation and reasons for the court’s findings, the due process requirement of a ‘written statement’ is satisfied.” Id. at 591 ; see also State v. Shawn Mitchell, No. M2008-00913-CCA-R3-CD, 2009 WL 3031183 , at *8 (Tenn. Crim.

12011–2011
White v. McMath neutral
· 1913
1 sentence

2011See Home Beneficial Ass'n v. White, 180 Tenn. 585, 589 , 177 S.W.2d 545, 546 (1944) (quoting Twin City Pipe Line Co. v. Harding Glass Co., 283 U.S. 353, 356-57 , 51 S.Ct. 476 , 75 L.Ed. 1112 (1931) (stating that “[t]he principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine rests”)); Stansell v. Roach, 147 Tenn. at 190 , 246 S.W. at 522 (indicating that “[c]ourts will not declare contracts void on grounds of public policy except in cases free from doubt; a prejudice to the

12011–2011
Stansell v. Roach green
tenn · 1922
1 sentence

2011See Home Beneficial Ass'n v. White, 180 Tenn. 585, 589 , 177 S.W.2d 545, 546 (1944) (quoting Twin City Pipe Line Co. v. Harding Glass Co., 283 U.S. 353, 356-57 , 51 S.Ct. 476 , 75 L.Ed. 1112 (1931) (stating that “[t]he principle that contracts in contravention of public policy are not enforceable should be applied with caution and only in cases plainly within the reasons on which that doctrine rests”)); Stansell v. Roach, 147 Tenn. at 190 , 246 S.W. at 522 (indicating that “[c]ourts will not declare contracts void on grounds of public policy except in cases free from doubt; a prejudice to the

12011–2011
Badgett v. Rogers green
tenn · 1968
2 sentences

2003The reasons for the rule, as given in the Patten case, were variously stated to be that “Courts do not sit to declare abstract propositions of law” and that, “[in matters common to all citizens], the law confers upon the duly-elected representatives of the people the sole right to appeal to the courts for redress” and that “if cities could not exercise public powers, even erroneously or unwisely, when lawfully done by their constituted legislative authority, without the concurrence of every citizen or taxpayer, it *504 would be impossible to have municipal governments.... ” In the rather recen

2003The reasons for the rule, as given in the Patten case, were variously stated to be that “Courts do not sit to declare abstract propositions of law” and that, “[in matters common to all citizens], the law confers upon the duly-elected representatives of the people the sole right to appeal to the courts for redress” and that “if cities could not exercise public powers, even erroneously or unwisely, when lawfully done by their constituted legislative authority, without the concurrence of every citizen or taxpayer, it *504 would be impossible to have municipal governments.... ” In the rather recen

12003–2003
Key v. Harris green
tenn · 1905
1 sentence

1992The reasons for the presumption are that “family life abounds in acts of reciprocal kindness which tend to promote the comfort and convenience of the family, and that the introduction of commercial considerations into the relations of persons so closely bound together would expel this spirit of mutual beneficence and to that extent mar family unity.” Kay v. Harris, 116 Tenn. at 171 , 92 S.W. at 237.

11992–1992
Burlison v. State green
tenn · 1973
1 sentence

1991Id. at 137 .

11991–1991
State v. Mitchell green
tenncrimapp · 1987
11988–1988
State v. Fears green
tenncrimapp · 1983
1 sentence

1988Burlison has been followed in State v. Fears, 659 S.W.2d 370 (Tenn.Cr.App.1983) and in State v. Mitchell, 737 S.W.2d 298 (Tenn.Cr.App.1987), stating that the necessity for requiring the State to make an election of the particular offense it will rely on for conviction is fundamental, immediately trenching [on] the constitutional rights of an accused.

11988–1988
State v. Davidson green
tenncrimapp · 1980
11982–1982
Sherman v. United States green
scotus · 1958
11980–1980
Black Diamond Collieries v. Deal neutral
tenn · 1921
11978–1978
Smith v. Tennessee Furniture Industries, Inc. green
tenn · 1963
11978–1978
Brookside Mills & American Mutual Liability Ins. v. Harrison neutral
tenn · 1928
11978–1978
Hartwell Motor Co., Inc. v. Hickerson green
tenn · 1930
11978–1978
Williams v. Brown Manufacturing Co. green
ill · 1970
11973–1973
Defelice v. Ford Motor Co. green
connsuperct · 1969
11973–1973
Williams v. Ford Motor Company green
moctapp · 1970
11973–1973
Tisdale v. Tisdale green
tenn · 1855
11963–1963
Carter v. Pickwick Greyhound Lines, Inc. green
tenn · 1933
11957–1957
Curran v. State green
tenn · 1928
11957–1957
Perkins v. Johnson green
tenn · 1942
11943–1943
Parker v. Bethel Hotel Co. green
tenn · 1896
11927–1927
Poteete v. State green
tenn · 1878
11927–1927
Wheelock v. Moulton green
vt · 1843
11896–1896

Statutes the citing opinions construe

TN § Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-30-102 (4) TN § Tenn. Code Ann. § 40-30-103 (3)

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