For parents, we know that we need to estate plan. And, if you have already started, congratulations! But, one thing that you may not have added to your estate plan is a guardian. This is especially true if you did your estate plan yourself or used a cheap online...
Month: November 2021
Are Millennials beginning to estate plan?
For many in older generations this may be surprising to read, but Millennials are now approaching their 40s! This has a lot of implications for the broader economy, but it also means that many Millennials are finally planning their estates. How are they estate...
The ‘49% rule’ of plaintiff liability following a car crash
Car accidents can be complicated affairs, involving multiple parties and multiple factors leading up to the crash. For example, what if you were T-boned in an intersection where you had the green light, but you were traveling 10 miles over the speed limit at the time....
An arrest is not the same as a conviction in a DUI case
Many local news stations around the country like to report on recent arrests, put a mugshot up on the screen and relay the details of the incident like it is a “done deal.” Local law enforcement and prosecutors probably appreciate that quite a bit. However, the...
Distracted driving facts that need attention
Vehicles have more safety features, but technology has also provided more distractions from driving. In 2019, there were 986,000 accidents in this country that were attributed to driving while distracted that caused 3,142 fatalities. Approximately 280,000 people each...
Make a plan for your estate and incapacity
An estate plan can allow you to control the distribution of your assets after you die and offer financial security to your family. It can also help protect you by allowing someone manage your affairs and make medical decisions for you if you ever become incapacitated....
What are the Benefits of Legal Separation?
What Makes an Alternative Attractive For those considering divorce but are unsure if it is the best option, legal separation provides an alternative. Legal separation gives a couple some of the similar results of divorce while keeping them legally married, but there...
Factors Determining Child Custody in Tennessee
What May Impact the Final Outcome of a Custody Case? Determining child custody can be difficult for parents who wish to spend as much time with their child as possible. What they might not be aware of, however, is that Tennessee has specific factors written into...
Understanding Key Tennessee Child Custody Terms
Explaining the Terms You Need to Know When preparing to go through a child custody case in Tennessee, one might hear a number of terms they might not be entirely familiar with. Rest assured that the concepts behind the terms are similar, but it’s important to know the...
Signs Your Marriage May Be Struggling
Sensing Something May Be Wrong After the honeymoon phase of your relationship is over and you’ve spent time married to your spouse, you might start to notice that something seems wrong. The spark you once had is gone, and in its place may be feelings of disdain,...