Can I Go to Jail for Not Doing Community Service in Tennessee?
Court-ordered community service is becoming an increasingly more popular form of alternative sentencing for judges, and it is no exception for courts in the Franklin area, either. Sometimes jail time is not in the best interest of the offender, especially if they are younger, the charge was a misdemeanor, and they have little or no…
Read MoreThe Divorce Rate for Older Couples Is on the Rise
When couples get married, the last thing on their mind is divorce. Sure, it could happen to other people; but they never think that it will happen to them. They are so in love! Despite overall divorce rates among couples in the United States steadily declining over the years from 944,000 in 2000 to 630,505…
Read MoreHow Do Prosecutors Prove Financial Crimes?
Financial crimes are non-violent and often happen to good people who make mistakes. They are also known as white-collar crimes. (The term “white-collar” comes from perpetrators of these crimes working in offices and wearing shirts with a collar.) Prosecuting these crimes is different from other criminal defense cases. A Franklin criminal defense lawyer from the…
Read MoreNegotiating Alimony During Your Divorce
Divorce is a painful process that affects everyone involved. The entire process is emotionally taxing, and dividing assets can be financially painful. As the divorce progresses, one party may be required to make alimony payments to their ex-spouse. The amount of these payments is decided based on negotiations. Negotiating alimony is complex and requires both…
Read MoreWhat to Expect After Being Pulled Over for DUI in Franklin, TN
You are on the road, on your way home from the bar when suddenly you see flashing lights following you at a close distance. That is unexpected. You only had one or two drinks, so there’s no way you are being pulled over for drunk driving. Hoping for the best, you pull over and the…
Read MoreCan I Get My Child Support Arrears Dismissed?
Parents are legally required to support their children, even if they do not live with the child in question. If one parent feels their co-parent is not doing a great job of financially supporting their child, they can file for child support. If child support is granted, the other parent is then required to provide…
Read MoreCan I Get Arrested in TN for Buying Legal Weed?
Is weed legal in Tennessee? Some people see that weed is being sold legally across America and assume that there will be no penalty if they purchase it and carry it over state lines into Tennessee. These people have made an incorrect assumption, as marijuana is still very illegal in the state of Tennessee. If…
Read MoreWant a Successful Marriage? Turn Those Reality Dating Shows Off
There are many television shows these days that depict couples getting married or starting a relationship only days or a few weeks of knowing each other. While this makes for exciting and drama-filled entertainment, it is also setting a bad example of what relationships should look like, and how they should be handled. Marriages should…
Read MoreCan My Property Be Seized if I am Convicted of a Felony?
A new state law has expanded asset forfeiture for certain felony crimes such as kidnapping, murder, and rape. HB2271 went into effect on July 1, 2022, and is one of the first of its kind in the country. WKRN reports that the law “has expanded criminal asset forfeiture for 12 statutes.” Representative Brandon Ogles, who…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of 50/50 Parenting Time
In any divorce where there are minor children at home, a parenting plan has to be made. A significant part of this plan will outline where the child lives; the rest can outline how important decisions regarding the child’s education, healthcare, and so forth will be made. Some parents can agree on a 50/50 share…
Read MoreCan Acid Reflux Affect a DUI Test?
We all want our streets to be safe. Drivers need to act responsibly, but so do officers who pull over people who they suspect of driving while intoxicated. Police often rely on breath tests to determine if a driver is drunk behind the wheel – which is one of the reasons we advise you not…
Read MoreTennessee’s Relocation Laws and Child Custody
Regardless of how others feel about celebrities, it is always unfortunate to hear that a couple has broken up. When the couple has children, the split is even more devastating. One of the most recent couples to announce their separation is popular singer Shakira and footballer husband Gerard Piqué. Even though the two were not…
Read MoreWhat Are Enhanceable Offenses?
Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines the word enhance as “to increase or improve in value, quality, or attractiveness.” There are many things that many of us would like to enhance: beauty, health, intelligence, or quality of life. However, one thing many of us would not like enhanced are criminal offenses. When you have been accused of committing…
Read MoreCan You Pay for Child Support in Advance in Tennessee?
Paying child support is typically done by withholding agreements on the payer’s check. Tennessee courts can also withhold tax return payments if a person falls behind on child support. While this is the norm, not everyone has a weekly or bi-weekly paycheck. Some individuals work for themselves and are not paid weekly, while others work…
Read MoreCan Your Job Affect Your Child Custody Agreement?
As every coparent knows, child support and child custody can be contentious issues in a divorce. Most of the arguments and tension revolve around how much a parent will pay, or how much time a parent will spend with the child. In some cases, however, how a parent earns money can be a source of…
Read MoreCan I Get a License in TN if I Got a DUI Out-of-State?
There are many factors in obtaining a driver’s license. Whether you are moving to Tennessee from another state or are renewing your license, it can be challenging to obtain a driver’s license when you have a DUI conviction out of state. It may depend on what state you got a DUI. If the state is…
Read MoreWhen Can You Claim Self-Defense in Tennessee?
There are unfortunate times in your life when you need to defend yourself or your family. However, self-defense claims are not as easy to prove as you may think. Authorities and the court can use your claim of self-defense against you by saying you admit to harming another individual. They will quickly be able to…
Read MoreWhat Happens During Mediation for Child Custody?
There may come a time when parents cannot come to a determination on custody issues. The court will then order mediation to reach a settlement between the two parties. It will be led by an experienced mediator who will urge the two parties to set their personal feelings to the side and find the best…
Read MoreNo Such Thing as Harmless Drug-Related Pranks
As our current society shifts into a new kind of tolerance for drugs of all sorts, especially marijuana, people may feel a false sense of security regarding how narcotics are seen and handled in the law. Those who would never even walk into a smoke-shop even five years ago might be tempted now to take…
Read MoreEven Celebrities Fight Over Child Support
Nothing is guaranteed in life other than death and taxes, right? Your job — whatever that may be — is not exempt from that rule. Success isn’t a single goal, and what it means for you and the life you lead can and probably will change several times over the years. Whether you simply decide…
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