When people talk about not filing for divorce even though they want to, it is often the children who get the blame. They’ll note that they have kids and they want to stay together for their sake. They may talk about how negative divorce can be for children and how...
Most family law judges aim to ensure children get to spend as close to equal time with both parents, which makes joint custody the preferred option. The primary responsibility that judges have in child custody cases is to make choices that they believe are in your...
There are many ways for people to fight criminal charges. Sometimes, a defendant can challenge the evidence that prosecutors have against them or clearly show the court that they did not play a role in the alleged criminal activity. Other times, prosecutors may be...
If you’re stopped by the police for unusual driving behaviors, they may want to check your vehicle for drugs or alcohol. It’s important for you to know when the police can and cannot search your vehicle, so that you recognize if and when your rights have been...
If you've already started planning for what will happen to your assets after you've passed away, you've definitely made a wise decision. However, many Tennessee residents forget that the majority of their business and personal finances are conducted electronically in...
Tennessee couples who have decided to end their marriage might only agree on that part alone. After the decision is made, the process begins, and sometimes, it might be very hard for ex-spouses to come to any agreement as they negotiate how to separate the different...
An estate representative is the person who is tasked with settling your affairs after you die. If this individual does a good job, it may be possible to get through probate in a timely manner and without any legal challenges. Therefore, it is important to think...
Most criminal prosecutions in Tennessee are resolved when the defendant accepts a plea offer made by the prosecutor involved. In return for a guilty plea, prosecutors may offer to reduce charges or recommend a more lenient sentence, but the final decision rests with...
In 2019, a new federal law made it illegal for people under the age of 21 to buy tobacco products. Starting on Jan. 1, 2021, the state of Tennessee also made it illegal for anyone under 21 to buy tobacco products. Previously, individuals only had to be 18 or older to...
When parents set a visitation schedule, they usually think about what's best for the child instead of what only works for the parents. In Tennessee, parents sometimes push aside traditional schedules of alternating weekends or weeks to come up with a plan that could...
