Terms Used In Tennessee Code 56-51-149

  • Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
  • Department: means the department of commerce and insurance. See Tennessee Code 56-51-102

The provisions of this chapter are cumulative to rights under the general civil and common law, and no action of the department abrogates the rights to damage or other relief in any court.