Summer is a favorite season for many Tennessee residents due to the beautiful weather. However, it’s also a time when more risks appear on the roads, increasing the chances of accidents. These are some of the most common summer driving hazards. More traffic With the...
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An overview of a potential divorce timeline
In Tennessee, you can typically end your marriage for almost any reason. However, it may take several months or years to complete the divorce process. The exact timeline will depend on several factors, such as how long it takes to serve divorce papers or if the...
Knowing the difference between a will and a trust matters
In Tennessee, establishing an estate plan means that your wishes will be carried out after your death. Wills and trusts play a part in an estate plan but vary in several ways. Knowing the difference between these two estate-planning tools can ensure you choose the...
The start of DST and higher rates of car crashes
The correlation between car crashes and the start of Daylight Saving Time (DST) has been a topic of discussion and research for many years. Studies have shown that switching to DST increases car accidents and other traffic-related incidents in Tennessee and throughout...
Is a life insurance trust right for everyone?
Most are familiar with life insurance, but many don't realize how much it can do for their financial security. One of the ways you can take advantage of life insurance in Tennessee is by setting up a life insurance trust. The trust is a legal document that spells out...
Embezzlement in Tennessee
Most people use the terms "stealing" and "embezzlement" as if they were the same thing, but they are different in the eyes of the law. Both involve taking someone else's money, but embezzlement occurs when someone in a position of trust with financial responsibility...
The tasks of a forensic psychologist in family law
Divorce proceedings might involve far more than negotiations over asset distributions. Child custody matters could become the most contentious issue during the legal process. A judge in a Tennessee court typically weighs all evidence to determine what is in the...
What is insurance fraud, and how is it committed?
Being arrested for insurance fraud in Tennessee is terrifying. It’s important to know how this crime is committed and that you have the right to seek help. What is insurance fraud? Insurance fraud is a white-collar crime that can victimize anyone. It costs consumers...
Tennessee’s underinsured and uninsured car accident claims
Insurance exists to protect or cover you during accidents. Thus, you expect the insurance company of someone who has hit you to cover your medical bills and property damage. But there are circumstances where that person could be underinsured or completely not covered....
What to know about investing in real estate
Buying a rental property in Tennessee may be an effective way of diversifying your investment portfolio. Of course, there are many variables that you must consider before deciding if owning an investment property is right for you. For instance, if you aren't handy,...
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