Growing up can be tough, especially for children who have to deal with difficult situations and their parents getting divorced. Divorce can be especially challenging if the co-parenting schedule isn't working out as well as it could. Although an equal custody split is...
Tennessee is an equitable distribution state, which means that assets are split in a fashion that the judge presiding over the divorce deems to be fair. Generally speaking, a pension is considered to be a marital asset, which means that it can be divided in a...
The decision to divorce is often a very difficult one, made even more so when the couple has children. While many couples in Tennessee struggle with the idea that they should stay together for the children, in some cases that might not be a good idea. Struggling adult...
In 2020, Tennessee recorded over 50,500 new marriages or 7.3 per 1,000 people. In contrast, there were over 22,350 divorces or 3.2 per 1,000 people. From 2011 to 2021, the state had a 15% increase in marriages and a 23% decline in the divorce rate. Nationwide, the...
Some Tennessee road users who are involved in car accidents think they’re perfectly fine afterward. However, not all injuries are immediately obvious; some take hours or even days to manifest. This is what you can expect physically after being in a crash. Headaches...
There's almost no feeling worse for Tennessee drivers than seeing blue and red lights in their rear-view mirrors. After pulling over for the police, knowing what they can and can't do regarding vehicle searches is imperative. A police officer's right to conduct...
Among the many other things divorcing couples need to think about is their life insurance. With the complexities involved with dividing Tennessee property, figuring out child custody and support, and dealing with the emotional fallout involved with a divorce, it's...
Car accidents occur unexpectedly and leave a lasting impact on the individuals involved, physically and emotionally. When Tenessee drivers understand common car accident injuries, the easier time they’ll have recognizing the warning signs and getting the help they...
Although couples in Tennessee planning to divorce know their lives will change substantially after the final decree, many don't realize some of the financial implications of ending a marriage. Consider these unexpected consequences if you and your spouse are...
Divorce is hard for most Tennessee families. It’s difficult to explain to your children that their parents won’t be together anymore, particularly if they’re young. As painful as it might be, the conversation can’t be avoided. There are ways to make it easier on...