A lot of the focus in your estate planning will be centered on the distribution of your assets. While you might have an idea of how you want your distribution scheme to play out, things don’t always go according to plan. In fact, in some instances, disgruntled family...
Year: 2024
Initiating the divorce process in Tennessee: Where to start?
As difficult as ending a marriage is, it's important to initiate the divorce process correctly. In Tennessee, this means meeting certain specific requirements to begin the divorce process and then following the necessary steps. Starting the divorce process can feel...
How long does a DUI stay on my record?
A DUI conviction in Tennessee comes with many serious consequences. In addition to fines, driver’s license suspension and jail time, a DUI conviction on your record means you face potential employment and educational barriers. Your professional and personal reputation...
Thanksgiving 2024 likely set travel record
Prior to the Thanksgiving holiday, AAA predicted that a record number of people will travel more than 50 miles to celebrate this year’s feast. If their prediction holds, then the number of people traveling to Thanksgiving destinations will approach 80 million and will...
How does a divorce affect my estate plan?
Going through a divorce is a major life event that can significantly affect your estate plan. If you are in Memphis, Tennessee, and facing a divorce, it is important to understand how this change impacts your estate planning documents and what steps you should take to...
When is it time to review and update your estate plan?
Most Tennessee residents will affirm that the estate planning process is not enjoyable. Not many want to think about their death and all the potential future events, most of them upsetting or tragic. This might be why some avoid the process until later in life....
Tennessee drivers should prepare for more nighttime trips
The days are getting shorter as winter gets closer. Also, with Daylight Savings Time ending for the year in early November, many Memphis residents will be traveling both to and from work in the dark or, at best, in the twilight. Those who operate vehicles on...
Is evidence of bad parenting usable in a child custody case?
In Tennessee, many parents wonder if they can use evidence of bad parenting in their child custody case. And, the answer is often, yes. Evidence that demonstrates a parent’s inability to provide a safe, stable and nurturing environment can have a significant impact on...
What tests can be administered at a DUI stop?
Getting pulled over for DUI is a scary experience for any driver. A DUI conviction means a criminal record and all the consequences that come along with it, such as fines, loss of your driver’s license, potential jail time and damage to your professional and personal...
A child’s needs are paramount in a child custody decision
In Tennessee family law cases, child custody is often one of the most complex aspects to address. Frequently, both parents are lobbying to have primary custody. Unfortunately, the child can be caught in the middle. It is important to bear in mind how the child will be...