The consequences of a DUI conviction are wide-ranging. Depending on the severity of the crime, outcomes can take the form of a mandated breathalyzer installed in a vehicle, driver's license revocation, and long-term incarceration. A recently passed Tennessee law would...
You can go through a contested or uncontested divorce, and it can have a major impact on how the case plays out. An uncontested divorce tends to be faster, for instance, while your divorce may take extra time if it is a contested one. But what does this mean exactly?...
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or other drugs is an offense that can result in expensive fines and a jail term. In Tennessee, you may face a DUI charge if you drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or more. Additionally, you may be...
Those with an estate plan in place usually feel prepared for anything life might send their way. You might not know this, but estate plan documents require periodic reviews and updates to continue to meet your needs. Life is chaotic, making it easy to put off tasks...
If you and your spouse have committed to putting your wills in place next year, what’s the most efficient way to do it? If nearly all of your assets are jointly owned and you have the same beneficiaries, you may think that one will that is signed by both of you is the...
You may be separated or in the initial stages of your divorce, and there are children in the mix. If there is no custody order specifying when the child should be with each parent (physical custody), the decision-making authority of each parent (legal custody) and...
The fact that impaired driving is so often referred to as drunk driving is somewhat problematic. It is true that being drunk is a type of impairment, and it is likely the most common type of impairment that the police are going to find. But it is not the only way for...
When the police pull you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they need legally valid reasons to do so. Otherwise, it may amount to an unlawful stop which is against your constitutional rights. Specifically, the Fourth Amendment protects you from unreasonable searches...
Many people believe that estate planning is just about making the bigger decisions regarding your passing and how your assets are distributed. You may decide who your heirs are, who plays the role of the executor of your estate and how your funeral is conducted. With...
What do you do if you are divorced, and your ex-spouse wants to relocate with your children? Can you stop them from moving away? What are your rights? While it can be a difficult situation to navigate, there are certain steps you can take to protect your children's...
