Tennessee had more fatal car crashes in 2021 than in 2020, often caused by distracted driving or violations of traffic laws. Many people speed thinking that nothing will happen, but there are factors outside of their control that can take them by surprise. Truck...
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Month: February 2022
How to navigate a gray divorce with substantial assets
Divorce in Tennessee can be complicated for couples older than age 50, especially if the marriage has a high net worth. Dividing assets can be particularly harmful to your financial health later in life, so how do you get through it? Enlisting the help of a financial...
What to do when your home is wrongfully searched by police
Residents of Tennessee have the right to feel safe and secure in their homes. However, if the police come and wrongfully search your residence, you have rights. What are your rights regarding search and seizure? Per your Fourth Amendment rights, you have a right to be...
How to be prepared financially for divorce
For couples who are divorcing, it is often a difficult and complex process to untangle their finances. Before child and spousal support payment agreements can be set in place, you will need to take steps to be financially prepared to go through divorce in Tennessee....
Telling your kids that you are divorcing in Tennessee
Breaking the news to your kids that you and their other parent are getting a divorce can be one of the most difficult things you ever have to do. However, it doesn't have to be so painful or traumatic if you follow these five tips. Don't make a big announcement One of...
Inspecting a vehicle after a collision
Even the most safety-conscious drivers in Tennessee may find themselves involved in an auto collision. Although the incident could prove stressful and disruptive, specific responsibilities become necessary to collect compensation from the negligent party after the...
What to do after a bicycle accident
It's frightening to get into a motor vehicle accident on a bicycle, but there are steps to take right after the incident. What a person does immediately after an accident determines how they recover damages in Tennessee. First steps after motor vehicle accidents After...
Should you call 911 after a car accident?
Tennessee residents who get into car accidents might not know what to do immediately after the incident. Calling the police may be necessary. When should you call the police after a car accident? After a car accident, if anyone suffers injuries or there's significant...