Tennessee Can’t Revoke Someone’s Driver’s License for Unpaid Court Costs
The Tennessean reported on July 3, 2018, that federal judge Aleta Trauger ruled that it was unconstitutional for Tennessee to revoke a driver’s license just because he/she couldn’t afford to pay the court costs. The decision, according to a lawyer for the National Center for Law and Economic Justice in New York City, could have…
Read MoreThe Penalties for a Fake Driver’s License
When a person has been convicted of a DUI and their license has been suspended for one year, it can cause a lot of chaos in their life. Depending on the nature of the incident, they may be able to obtain a restricted license, but a restricted license does not allow a person to go…
Read MoreAre You Certain That You Want Sole Custody?
Custody battles can bring out the worst character traits in people who are supposed to be fighting for the best interests of the child. Sometimes, parents get so caught up in their desire to win that they lose sight of the facts of what “winning” a custody battle really means. Are you sure that you…
Read More7 Pieces of Advice from Those Who Have “Survived” a Divorce
Divorce is the process of ending the marriage contract. It may sound simple, but divorces are rarely easy. Getting divorced is the second most stressful experience–with the death of a spouse or loved one being the first—a human being can endure. Given that roughly half of the marriages in the United States end in divorce,…
Read MoreCategories of Offenses You May be Charged with at the Bonnaroo Festival
The Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival will take place June 7-10 in Manchester, Tennessee. The four-day musical festival attracts local residents and visitors from across the country. The music normally starts around noon and can last until the early morning hours. A broad variety of music styles can be heard including bluegrass, rock, jazz, gospel,…
Read MoreThe Danger of Being Married by a Mail-Ordered Ministry in Tennessee
With the rise of the Internet, many people and organizations saw creating an online ministry ordination business as a way to make money and help people get married. USA Today reported a story about an easy way to terminate a marriage – show that the marriage was never valid in the first place. The story…
Read MoreTennessee’s Laws Regarding Breathalyzer and Blood Tests
The implied consent law for Tennessee was amended in 2017 in response to a U.S. Supreme Court decision, Birchfield v. North Dakota. That case found that breathalyzer tests could be given incident to an arrest – without a warrant. The Supreme Court also agreed that the refusal to take a breath test could result in…
Read MoreMajor Reasons Marriages Fail
A recent Huffington Post article reviewed why marital relationships fail. Our divorce lawyers represent spouses and parents who are struggling with their marriage. Some marriages can be saved with communication and work. When the marriage can’t be saved, we guide wives and husbands through the divorce process. Often divorce disputes can be settled amicably –…
Read More“Bird Nesting” Child Custody in Tennessee
One of the most important and difficult issues that come up during a divorce is child custody. Divorcing parents must decide the terms for custody, whether it will be joint or sole custody, a schedule for parenting time, and they need to do it in a way that disrupts their children’s lives as little as…
Read MorePublic Intoxication at Bonnaroo
Tickets went on sale in January for this year’s Bonnaroo festival, once again held at the Farm in Manchester from June 7 to June 10. The lineup for 2018 is another group of heavy hitters, with Eminem, The Killers, and Muse as headliners. Sturgill Simpson, Bassnectar, Nile Rodgers & Chic, Sheryl Crow, Paramore, Kaskade and…
Read More7 Missteps That Could Cost You Custody of Your Children
Not being awarded custody of your children, or losing custody of them, is easier than you think. The court’s priority is to make decisions in the best interest if the child. As a parent who desires to get custody of their child in a divorce, if you keep the child’s best interests – not your…
Read MoreWhat Not to Do at Bonnaroo if You Want to Avoid Getting Arrested
As we prepare for another season of Bonnaroo, which will kick off on June 7th through the 10th on “The Farm” in Manchester, Tennessee, we want to share some useful (we hope) tips for Bonnoroovians to help make their festival experience as memorable (in a good way) and fun as they hoped it would be.…
Read MoreIs Your Social Media Habit Crippling Your Criminal Defense?
Whether you have been charged with DUI, drug crimes, or with any other type of crime in Tennessee, while you are waiting for your court date you might wonder whether it is OK for you to continue to update your social media accounts. The answer is no in the strongest possible way. You have been…
Read MoreDo Personal Breathalyzers Prevent or Promote Drinking and Driving?
If you get pulled over by law enforcement on suspicion of drunk driving, the law enforcement officer might have you blow into a breathalyzer to see if it detects alcohol in your system. But what if you could know before you start the car, when you are ready to leave the bar or a house…
Read MoreWhat Happens If You Refuse a Drunk Driving Breath Test in Tennessee
Tennessee drivers sometimes think that refusing a breath test, blood test or urine test is a good option. In most cases, it is not. Tennessee has an implied consent law which holds that if a police officer has probable cause to believe you were driving while intoxicated, then you consent to a chemical analysis of…
Read MoreWhat are Some of the Most Common Criminal Charges at Bonnaroo?
The hardcore among you already know and are already preparing for the 2018 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival. The 2018 lineup was just announced and as usual, does not disappoint. With Eminem, Future, the Killers, Muse Bassnectar, Khalid, Bon Iver and so many more set to perform this summer, the 17th annual edition of the…
Read MoreVirtual Visitation: How Technology Helps Divorced Parents Stay Close to Their Kids
One of the most difficult and emotionally fraught parts of a divorce is the issue of child custody. Working through the details of custody, visitation, and parenting plans can be some of the most frustrating and intense parts of your divorce agreement. However, it is important to remember that everything is for the benefit of…
Read MoreTennessee Has the 10th Highest Divorce Rate in the Nation
“Until death do us part” is a lovely sentiment, but in today’s world, not a realistic one. More people are getting divorced than they did several decades ago, for myriad reasons—we are living longer, more women are financially independent, and divorce is no longer as taboo as it once was. It is likely you knew…
Read MoreUnderstanding Father’s Rights in Your Tennessee Divorce
Fathers may feel guilty when seeking a divorce in Tennessee if they have children they want to remain actively involved with raising. It’s important to understand your rights as a father in your divorce, especially because a marital split does not in any way mean you are foregoing your paternity rights. If you want to…
Read MoreMaking Sense of Tennessee’s DMV Point System
Some states, including Tennessee, have instituted a points system for motorists. If you hold a state driver’s license from Tennessee, you are subject to this system. Points are awarded to you as demerits of a sort if you commit a driving or traffic infraction. These points are associated with your driver’s license number, so if…
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