Privacy is on everyone’s minds today. With evolving technology and exposure of sensitive and private personal information coming from a number of different angles, the least you can expect is respect and privacy in the workplace. But, what happens when that privacy is violated? Privacy can be violated in the workplace in a number of different ways. You work hard for your paycheck and deserve the respect to come to Read More

No matter the legal challenges and circumstances you face, you deserve to be heard and represented in a way that allows you to make informed decisions about your life. There are thousands of law firms out there to choose from, but the list quickly narrows as you look for firms that have experience in your specific area of need and who understand the law at a level necessary to resolve your case. So, how do you choose Read More

Sexual harassment is a serious issue—in the workplace, in public, in the home, and wherever it is experienced. In the context of the workplace, it’s an extra layer of violation when someone is violating your own body and peace of mind when you’re working to make a living and advance in your career. That determination is something we should all strive to achieve, and those who get in the way deserve to be held Read More

Artificial intelligence has sparked extensive and important conversations across the legal world, raising questions about its role in both professional and personal lives. We see and understand the many concerns the people of Tennessee and beyond have about the sudden surge in AI use. Our team believes it’s important to tread carefully and truly grasp the legal, moral, and personal implications of new tools and Read More

When most people think about Title IX, their minds go to women’s athletics. It's the aspect of the law that is most often highlighted, ensuring equal opportunities in sports for women in educational institutions. However, there's another critically important part of Title IX that deserves just as much attention: This law also serves as a powerful tool to protect victims of sexual assault or sexual harassment on Read More

It’s that time of year again. Every commercial on TV seems to have a “Back to School” theme, Target is stocked up on all the pens, pencils, binders, and other school supplies, and Tennessee schools are almost ready to open back up for our children. Of course, with this time of year comes concerns about how the family schedule will look and what to do when our children get sick, have serious health issues, or have Read More

In 2022, President Joe Biden signed the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act (H.R.4445) into law. This bill plays an important role in the work we do at Hunter Law Firm as our law firm recently handled one of the very first cases related to this law in Tennessee. Employers have long forced employees to sign binding arbitration agreements that limit the exposure of certain heinous acts Read More

It’s been a busy two years in Department of Labor rulemaking, especially as it pertains to Wage & Hour laws and regulations. One area in particular we’ve been speaking with clients and colleagues about is the evolving overtime exemption which takes effect on July 1, 2024. It’s a topic Hunter Law Firm Founder and Attorney Anne Hunter spoke about at the Tennessee Bar Association Labor & Employment Forum in Read More

In the court of public opinion, settlement agreements often bear the weight of misunderstanding and premature judgment. People often assume incorrectly that when a case concludes with a settlement, the survivor was “in it for the money,” or they may interpret the settlement as an indication that no wrongdoing actually occurred and that the other party just paid to end the case. The truth is far more empowering: Read More

At Hunter Law Firm, we often navigate the challenging waters of sexual assault cases with dedication, legal acumen, and empathy. We frequently handle cases within university and workplace settings – but our unwavering commitment to advocate for victims’ rights expands to other settings when cases present themselves. These individuals were unjustly deprived of a secure environment, essential for their personal and Read More