Law enforcement officers cannot legally conduct random traffic stops in Tennessee. To justify the stop, they must reasonably suspect a driver is violating a law. Sometimes all it takes is speeding or recklessly switching lanes to warrant suspicious behavior. You...
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Month: June 2023
How to have a child-centered divorce
Getting a divorce is an arduous process for parents and children in Tennessee and elsewhere. While parents deal with the emotional and mental turmoil associated with divorce, children may suffer from confusion, fear and other negative emotions. Parents can take...
Why is it hard to prove identity theft allegations?
Identity theft is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for its victims. The frequency of its occurrences has been steadily increasing over the past few years. With these cases increasing, proving allegations of identity theft can be even more...
Signs it might be time to consider a divorce
Marriage takes work, but the effort should naturally come from both spouses. It should not feel forced or warped. Perhaps the thought of divorce has crossed your mind on more than one occasion, but you do not know whether you should pursue it. While it might be easier...
The top 5 reasons for divorce
Tennessee residents certainly don’t go into marriage expecting to get a divorce. Unfortunately, things happen, and marriages end every day. With that in mind, experts compiled a list of the five most common reasons for couples to dissolve their marriages. Infidelity A...
How to evaluate your car’s drivability after a car accident
Immediately after a car accident in Tennessee, residents will need to determine if their vehicle is safe to drive. There are a few key areas to evaluate before getting back on the road. Your own well-being Before you assess the vehicle, always evaluate your own...
Your rights to stay silent
If you're stopped by an officer in Tennessee, you might think that you have to describe everything that you were doing at the time or answer anything that is asked. However, you do have rights that allow you to stay quiet in most situations. Staying silent One of the...
Consider your pension when planning for a divorce
If you are about to begin the divorce process in Tennessee, do not forget to consider the value of your pension when doing your planning. Your spouse might want to claim a part of your pension, so you need to be familiar with the way pensions might be divided and how...