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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...
Marriage is an exciting new chapter, especially for couples entering a second marriage later in life. But this time, couples are bringing more financial experience, established careers, children, retirement accounts or real estate into the relationship than they did...
Children can bring joy and meaning into a marriage, but parenting also introduces stress, financial pressure and emotional demands that may affect a relationship over time. While children alone do not cause divorce, family dynamics and parenting challenges can...
A grand jury is often used in potential criminal cases, and the goal is to review evidence and decide if there is probable cause for the case to go to trial. They will then make their recommendation about the next steps. If there is not probable cause, then the...
For older adults who are going through a divorce, it is important to consider the financial realities and how the divorce can impact retirement planning. Many couples work jointly to plan for retirement and may have originally planned to retire around the same time,...