A Nashville homebuilder is facing multiple lawsuits — including one from veteran musician Chris Isaak — related to fraud claims that have allegedly yielded millions in ill-gotten gains.
Brian Layton, owner of Britt Development, is the defendant in no fewer than 11 lawsuits.
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