When you divorce in Tennessee, the law requires you and your about-to-be former spouse to divide your marital property fairly and equitably between the two of you. However, as FindLaw points out, this does not mean that you necessarily need to divide this property in...
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When can a court terminate parental rights?
The termination of parental rights is not something a court does without serious consideration. The general stance of the state is that children deserve to have both parents in their lives. However, there are times when not having one parent involved is what is best...
What exactly is distracted driving?
As a driver, it is important to maintain road safety for yourself and everyone else alongside you. Of course, this is easier said than done. It is difficult if not impossible to know and counteract every single danger on the road. However, you can take steps to ensure...
What is divorce season?
Within the family court system, people may talk about divorce season or the period of the year when the number of divorces seems to peak. There is a prevailing thought that this occurs after the new year in January. According to The New York Times, divorce does follow...
Exactly how dangerous is distracted driving?
Most cars on the road today weigh between 2,900 pounds and 5,600 pounds, with tractor-trailers tipping the scales at up to 80,000 pounds. Consequently, it is not difficult to understand why a collision with a car, truck, SUV or semi-truck may leave you with...
Legal status of kratom in Tennessee
Kratom is a psychoactive substance with the potential to cause both stimulant and sedative effects, depending on the dosage. It has no accepted medical use in the United States, but there are currently no federal controls on it. Several states have laws on the books...
Should I give the police consent to search my vehicle?
The sight of flashing lights and the sound of a police siren behind you could mean that a police officer wants to stop you and ask you some questions. The officer may even check inside your vehicle and seize what the officer believes is evidence of a crime. However,...
What are grounds for a postnuptial agreement?
The idea of signing a prenuptial agreement may have been too uncomfortable for you and your spouse. Now that you have gotten married, your minds are changing about having a prenup. Fortunately, it is not too late to protect your assets. Signing a postnuptial agreement...
Statistics on large truck collisions
You need to keep an eye out for many risks on the road, such as bad weather and drivers who go over the speed limit. However, negligent truck drivers are especially dangerous and accidents involving trucks often result in serious injuries and even death. From trucker...
What do you know about how a DUI affects job prospects?
Tennessee law enforcement recently hit you with DUI charges, but you still want to move forward with your job search. Could the encounter prevent you from qualifying for your dream job? Chron explains how a DUI disqualifies you from specific roles. Learn how to...