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Cannon Law Obtains $1,400,000 Judgment

Written by Bill Cannon, March 9, 2014, Asheville Attorney, Asheville Business Attorney, Bench, Bar & Blog, Bryson City Attorney, Business Law, Civil Litigation Attorneys, Franklin Attorney, News, News and Announcements, Recent Court Decisions, Sylva Attorney, Waynesville Attorneys

At a recent hearing in Asheville on motions for summary judgment Bill Cannon successfully defended a motion for summary judgment by two surety bond companies and obtained summary judgment in favor of the Town of Black Mountain and Buncombe County in the amount of $1,403,240.00. The bond companies had guaranteed completion of roads, sewer, storm drainage and sewer improvements for a subdivision in the event that the developer failed to do so. After the developer defaulted on its obligation, the bond companies refused to pay. They claimed that the statute of limitations had run on the bonds before suit was filed and that the bonds were terminated when the subdivision was annexed into the Town. Bill Cannon’s practice includes representation

A Place for Civil Discussion

Written by Bill Cannon, June 15, 2013, Bench, Bar & Blog, News, Opinion Pieces, Waynesville Attorneys

My practice is primarily focused on civil litigation, with additional practice areas where I try to counsel clients and prepare documents to minimize litigation. In legal jargon, I am a civil lawyer and my goal is to also be a “civil” (courteous & professional) lawyer in my dealing with opposing counsel, judges, court officials, parties and clients. I am starting this blog to have a forum where civil discussion can take place regarding issues that arise from the practice of law and developments springing from court decisions and legislation. I think an appropriate topic to kick this blog off is the importance of civility in the legal arena. Some trial lawyers and lawyers in general have developed a reputation for