A driving under the influence (DUI) conviction carries serious penalties for all drivers in Tennessee. However, if you are a commercial driver, a DUI conviction can be devastating because it can jeopardize your livelihood. For example, a commercial party bus driver in Illinois was recently charged with criminal and professional penalties for allegedly driving students… Read More »
In 2012, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported that 29,093 persons were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). Needless to say if you have been arrested for DUI, you are not alone. If you have been charged with DUI, there are a few things you should know. First, a government attorney will prosecute your… Read More »
The U.S. Constitution put in place certain protections to prevent the government from trampling the rights of individuals during the arrest process and throughout court proceedings. It’s important that individuals charged with crimes are aware of these rights. In Tennessee, in addition to the U.S. Constitution, the Tennessee Constitution has provisions that regulate search and… Read More »
There’s no getting around the fact that divorce can be hard on children. Children can suffer from depression, guilt, and other emotions that can take a toll on their self-esteem and focus. Unfortunately, this emotional impact does not stop when they leave the house, and it can impact their social lives and academic performance at… Read More »
As a defendant, there are few instances in which it is appropriate to slap your attorney’s behind: If your attorney scores a touchdown for your town’s football team, and you are teammates, that’s probably acceptable. However, if you’re in court waiting for the presiding judge to accept a plea negotiation, please refrain from any friendly… Read More »
Even after a divorce settlement is finalized, problems and arguments can persist between you and your ex-spouse. Most of these problems generally revolve around child custody and parenting-time issues. Some disagreements are to be expected; however repeated pressure from your ex-spouse can not only become annoying, but can rise to the level of harassment. Take,… Read More »
Fueled by the desire to have the latest Coach bag at no cost, you decided to swipe one from an unsuspecting person’s car at your local gas station. While you may have acquired the latest fashionable handbag, you also have committed a crime known as ”sliding,” and it is becoming a problem nationwide. Recently in… Read More »
When most people think of actor David Hasselhoff, they think of him cavorting with the likes of Pamela Anderson on sandy beaches. Yet, in a recent interview, Hasselhoff’s ex-wife, Pamela Hasselhoff, shed light on a darker part of Hasselhoff’s off-screen personality: his severe problem with alcoholism. To anyone who has ever loved an alcoholic, her… Read More »
We all know the feeling. You’re driving down the highway or busy street, and suddenly you pass a police car. Your heart leaps into your throat as you go through a checklist in your head. Was I speeding? Do I have a broken taillight? Interacting with the police can be stressful for anyone. Now imagine… Read More »
”Want to grab some coffee and talk about my lying, cheating husband?” The discussion of divorce can be hard to bring up and oftentimes embarrassing. Additionally, there may be a fear that the listener might not know how to respond to the news of your divorce, resulting in an awkward conversation. However, there are a… Read More »
