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Police officers cannot force their way onto private property without justification. To conduct a search, they typically need to obtain a warrant. Without a warrant, police officers must either secure permission from people or have probable cause. They must be able to...
The more thoroughly people prepare before initiating the divorce process, the easier divorce may become. While spouses do have an obligation to provide records to one another during the discovery process of divorce litigation, discovery can be lengthy and relatively...
Ending a marriage involves more than dividing property. Many couples are surprised to learn that debts accumulated during the marriage must also be addressed before a divorce can be finalized. Under Tennessee property division law, debt is not automatically split...
In a threatening situation, there are typically three human responses: fight, flight or freeze. Most people don’t expect to find themselves in a situation where they need to make that choice. If you are a person who fights back when confronted with violence, the...
Many parents ask this question during a custody dispute. The short answer is that Tennessee courts may consider a child’s wishes, but the child does not control the outcome. The judge still looks at what serves the child’s best interests. Under Tennessee law, age and...
People facing stressful situations sometimes turn to social media for comfort. They want to connect with their communities and get advice from others. Criminal prosecution is easily one of the most stressful experiences a person might ever endure. Especially in cases...
According to modern divorce statistics, gray divorces are more common now than they were years ago. They outpace divorces among younger couples in many jurisdictions. A gray divorce involves people in their 50s or later in life who may have remained married for...
Accusations involving a restraining order violation can lead to significant confusion and stress. The stakes are high and may affect your freedom, employment and future opportunities. Having clear knowledge about your immediate circumstances can help you respond to...
A police encounter in a public location may lead to a bodily search. So-called "stop-and-frisk" encounters often occur when police officers do not have reason to arrest an individual. They may be the result of racial profiling or a person simply being in the wrong...
Many spouses enter a contested divorce scenario with a troubling suspicion: their spouse is not being completely honest about finances. Hidden bank accounts, undisclosed income, secret investments and unreported business assets can significantly affect property...