Today, unmarried couples can start a family without worrying about what others might think. Most people no longer believe creating a typical nuclear family unit (two married parents and their kids) is the only option. Unmarried unions can and do succeed, but as with...
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Drafting a positive parenting plan for your Tennessee family
When a Tennessee couple decides to move forward with divorce, it can have a significant impact on the youngest members of the family. You may want to shield your children from any negative or adverse effects, and one way you can do this is by drafting a strong...
Even common injuries from car crashes can be serious
Like others here in Tennessee, you would probably count yourself lucky for walking away from a car crash. Even if it was a relatively minor accident, you may think that it could have been much worse. You may not even feel as though you suffered any serious injuries....
Preventing possession charges from taking control of your future
Facing allegations of drug possession can be a stressful and harrowing experience, and a conviction for similar offenses could have a devastating impact on your life. If you stand accused of possession, you might be preparing to challenge the charges and protect your...
What are field sobriety tests and do you have to take them?
Having your vehicle stopped by a police officer can immediately cause anxiety and adrenaline to course through your body. You certainly want to make sure you remain respectful and adhere to the law during the duration of your stop. However, it is also important that...
Worried about summer break following your divorce?
Since you started working full time away from home as soon as you finalized your divorce, you and your children have faced several scheduling challenges, as well as emotional ones, as you all adapt to your new lifestyle. With the start of summer, you realize it brings...
Tips for avoiding DUI charges in Tennessee
If you are over 21, drinking a beer and then getting behind the wheel doesn't necessarily mean you are breaking the law, unless that one beer causes the blood alcohol content in your body to register .08 or higher. Then again, some people have faced DUI charges...
Tennessee Divorce Basics
1. Complaint Tennessee is a hybrid state, allowing fault based and no fault divorces. This means that one party can allege grounds for divorce. There are 14 fault based grounds for divorce in Tennessee, and one no fault ground call irreconcilable differences. In a...