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Divorced couples who are co-parenting their children typically try to remain within the same geographic area so that their kids can move easily between homes and their life can continue to revolve around their school, friends and local activities. Courts generally...
The biggest fear of most parents of young drivers is that they will be involved in a serious crash – either while they’re driving or when they’re riding with another inexperienced driver. However, being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) can also be a big...
It’s often considered preferable when divorced parents can have equal parenting time and decision-making responsibilities for their children after they divorce or otherwise go their separate ways. However, for many reasons, that isn’t always feasible. One parent may...
Most people have heard terms like “aiding and abetting” and “accessory after the fact” that refer to actions by people who helped someone commit a crime or evade accountability but didn’t directly participate in the criminal offense. Tennessee law refers to “guilt by...
For many West Tennessee drivers, the most immediate fear after a DUI arrest is not the courtroom. It is what happens if they lose their driver's license. A suspension can turn a traffic stop into missed shifts, lost income and a daily struggle to get to work or care...
Like many other states, Tennessee is an equitable distribution state. The goal during property division proceedings is to establish a fair arrangement. Factors ranging from the length of the marriage and the health of the spouses to child custody arrangements can...
Many drug charges begin with police officers finding drugs in a person's possession. However, times officers search vehicles or shared spaces, such as a multi-bedroom apartment or an office. In such cases, the state may bring a constructive possession charge. What...
There are many steps to take when preparing for divorce. Hiring a lawyer, gathering copies of critical financial records and tapping into social support are all key steps during the early divorce process. People also need to think about their financial separation from...
The Constitution and the Bill of Rights outline critical protections for people interacting with the government. Criminal prosecution is one of the more common ways in which the government exerts its authority over people living in the United States. As such, the...
Securing release pending criminal prosecution can be a lengthy process for those in state custody. They must attend a hearing in front of a judge, which may leave them waiting for days. They may need to make a cash payment to the courts to secure their release. After...