Prenuptial agreements can be ideal for Tennessee couples who are planning on getting married in Tennessee. This is because they allow a couple to negotiate some of the terms of a potential divorce before their wedding day. Depending on how the agreement is structured,...
From Behind The Badge To On Your Side
Month: March 2020
How roadside breath test results may affect DUI charges
Motorists suspected of driving under the influence must submit to a breath test when a law enforcement official requests one. When a member of the Tennessee highway patrol observes a motorist violating a standard traffic law, the officer may initiate a traffic stop....
How to get through a divorce without drama
Just a mention of the word divorce already spells doom. Divorce is hard, and couples find it difficult to avoid disputes regarding property and children. What most people fail to recognize is that not all divorces involve drama and parties can solve their issues...
Violent crime rates fall even in TN’s biggest cities
When most people think of the most dangerous states to live in, in America, Tennessee rarely comes to mind. Only those familiar with nationwide crime statistics might point fingers at this southern state. Those who do would not be wrong. Tennessee is, in fact, one of...
How can I make divorce more affordable?
There are a number of stressors related to divorce, but one that often comes up unexpectedly is the cost of the entire endeavor. Divorce, depending on the assets involved, can often end up being very expensive. Many people anticipate that divorce is going to be...
How can you stop your friends from driving drunk?
When you go out with a group of your friends in Tennessee for a fun night of drinking and celebrating, one of the most important things you can do is choose a designated driver before you leave. This person is expected to stay sober enough to drive everyone home at...
The gender myth in custody battles
For years, men have become weary of fighting for the custody of their children because they assume that the courts always give mothers more priority. There is an assumption that children are still better off with their mothers. Although courts want to provide what is...
Possible penalties for DUI in Tennessee
Driving under the influence is a serious crime not only in Tennessee but in every state. Therefore, within the law, there are statutes on blood alcohol content limits. If you fail to follow these laws at any time, it may result in fines, revocation of your license, or...
Can I sign a living will in Tennessee?
A living will, in the real sense, is not like any other will you may sign. It seeks to give your preferences on critical matters involving your death. For example, in your living will, you may state that you want your kin to cremate your body rather than bury it. The...
What are the administrative penalties for an underage DUI?
The legal drinking age is 21, and anyone who law enforcement catches buying or consuming alcohol under that age will face possible prosecution. With that said, it becomes an even more serious crime for someone under age to drink and drive. This is why the penalties in...