Love, they say, is timeless. But marriages, as it turns out, have a timeline. More and more couples choose to part ways later in life, a phenomenon known as "gray divorce." This trend is reshaping the traditional concept of lifelong marriage, bringing new challenges...
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Year: 2024
Is your spouse quiet quitting your marriage?
The word “quiet quitting” originally refers to how people reduce the amount of effort they put into their jobs – they are physically there, but they have mentally and emotionally checked out. They are only putting in the bare minimum. They may want to quit but for...
When can authorities perform pat downs lawfully?
Serving as a law enforcement officer can be challenging, considering the associated risks of the job. Fortunately, these authorities can use various techniques and procedures to protect themselves and others in possibly dangerous situations, such as conducting a pat...
The potential consequences of dating before the divorce is final
Planning for divorce involves looking at the situation at different angles and anticipating all possibilities, one of which is the possibility that one of the divorcing parties enters a new relationship while the divorce is ongoing. While many may not yet be ready to...
Can age misunderstandings be a defense for statutory rape?
When two people start dating, they generally have a clear understanding of the basic details, such as each other's ages. Yet, situations where an adult’s romantic partner is actually underage are not unheard of. When this happens, can not knowing be a defense against...
What to expect when you tell your kids that you’re divorcing
When divorce is a huge possibility, it's never just you affected. Unfortunately, now you have to tell your children what will happen. Telling your kids you’re breaking up is never easy. What should you expect when you tell them the news? Here's a guide on what to...
How can riders achieve motorcycle safety in Tennessee?
Getting a motorcycle is usually a cheaper option compared to buying a passenger car. Moreover, going around on a motorcycle yields much quicker travel times. However, it also comes with risks especially when motorcyclists pass through highways or ride amid harsh...
Who may be liable for domestic violence in Tennessee?
Domestic violence continues to persist and causes related incidents, says the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). Although it usually involves couples and families, those with romantic or familial relations are not the only ones who may experience domestic...
Do mothers always get custody of the children?
If you're a mother, perhaps the scariest thing that can happen after a divorce is not getting custody of your children. Courts typically favored the mother when awarding custody rights in the past, and as of 2018, four in five custodial parents were mothers. However,...
Crucial pieces of evidence after a distracted driving accident
For those injured in distracted driving incidents, collecting evidence against the at-fault driver is essential to their recovery journey. The compensation they might receive from a successful settlement, backed by solid evidence, can help cover medical bills and...