Maryville Tennessee Legal Blog
How can I prepare for my real estate closing?
Most homebuyers believe they're at the end of their real estate journey upon reaching the closing. However, there are a lot of things that can go wrong during a closing, some of which may even prevent you from completing the transaction. Knowing what to expect and how...
Can I rezone land from business to residential real estate?
Tennessee attracts many types of property developers, and in some cases, your goal of rezoning a tract of land from commercial to residential use is a workable possibility. When land sits idle for too long, the municipal council may find it beneficial to approve...
3 holiday co-parenting tips
You have a parenting plan in place that works well for you, your children and your co-parent. However, that plan pertains to normal, day-to-day matters. Birthdays and holidays can be a special time for your family, but they also represent a departure from the regular...
State lawmakers respond to distracted driving with hands-free law
Distracted driving, especially when using a cellphone, is a serious problem throughout the United States. It is of particular concern in Tennessee, which had the highest rates of distracted-driving related deaths of any state according to a recent study. To put the...
Tips for young adults coping with a TBI
A traumatic brain injury can interrupt every aspect of a young person’s life after an accident in Tennessee. Motor vehicle crashes and falls are the most common types of accidents that lead to TBIs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. These...
Children’s reactions to divorce based on developmental stages
All divorces affect everyone in the family. However, a Tennessee divorce does not necessarily cause long-term negative effects for children. After the first year of adjustment, many children have returned to the milestones and development normal for their age group. ...
Do you need a pour over will?
There are a number of different types of trusts you may create to protect your Tennessee estate both before and after your death, and they each have benefits. If you create a trust, though, do you still need a will? Purpose of a trust As the Tennessee Bar...
What you need to know about title insurance
All real estate in Tennessee has a title that describes everything about the property, including ownership, boundaries, easements and other matters. When someone purchases the property, he or she receives the deed showing that the previous owner transferred the title...
When hoarding leads to a divorce
Common reasons for marriages falling apart include cheating, drug addiction, abuse and losing interest after many years. However, less common factors may also contribute to a couple’s divorce, and this blog post will examine some of the different ways that hoarding...
Long walks and pedestrian accidents
Some people like to walk from time to time, going on brief walks to a neighbor’s house or to a local park. Others like to go walking for an extended period of time, and some have no choice but to go for long walks (such as those who have found themselves without...
