When it comes to DUI laws in Tennessee, clarity is key. You may think that you can just sleep it off in your car to avoid a DUI, but can you? Many wonder if sleeping in their car post-alcohol consumption can prevent a DUI charge. Let us delve into this issue in...
It's often said that divorce rates are rising in the United States, but this doesn't hold up to analysis. In fact, the rate has been falling steadily for decades. In 2000, there were 4 divorces per 1,000 Americans. In 2021, there were only 2.5 per 1,000 people....
The dangers of drunk driving are well known in Tennessee; however, arrests for DUI remains one of the most common arrests in the state. Drunk driver is treated seriously in Tennessee, which is why those accused of a DUI should also take it seriously. The consequences...
According to recent statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or NHTSA, the number of traffic fatalities related to medium and large trucks increased slightly between 2021 and 2022. As reported by a trucking industry source, NHTSA determined...
Choosing an executor for your estate is an important step in the estate planning process. An executor is someone who oversees the management of your estate after you pass away. This generally involves making sure any remaining debts and taxes are paid and then...
You might feel bound to your existing child custody order, but as life changes, you might find that it’s no longer tenable. When that happens, you might wonder what you can do to correct the situation and protect your child’s best interests. Fortunately, Tennessee law...
When people in Tennessee are in an auto accident, their lives can be upended in an instant. Getting treatment and dealing with the aftermath of a crash can lead to a long list of problems with their health, finances and family. Assessing the collision and determining...
If you hope to recover compensation for your car accident, then you’ll need to step into your case with evidence that shows both liability and damages. Without it, you won’t have a case. But a lot of car accident victims struggle to figure out where to start building...
Divorce is hard on everyone, but in the long term, a divorce can be much harder on the finances of one ex-spouse than the other. In many marriages, one spouse earns more than the other, but because they share their income, they enjoy the same standard of living. When...
If you would like to add to your family through adoption, there are several steps in the process to be aware of. Adoption process overview Usually, potential adoptive families start by researching an adoption agency they would like to work with and may attend an...