Not every state uses the death penalty, and of those that do, there are some that use it often and others that rarely use it. The status of this punishment in Tennessee has had an up and down history.  According to TN.gov, the only time the state did not have...

A Tennessee DUI arrest can be more than expensive, it can also bring life-altering consequences. Suspended driving privileges may result in losing your source of income if you cannot use your vehicle to perform your job duties or get to work. A requirement to install...

While you may enjoy the combination of bright city lights with rolling countryside in Tennessee, the effects of divorce extend beyond the proceedings. With 2020 approaching, you may be taking a new look at your life in general. Estate planning after a divorce lets you...

After experiencing a car accident in Maryville, you may naturally form a mental checklist trying to determine what might have caused the other driver to hit you. Good road conditions rule out the possibility of hazardous driving circumstances, the driver not appearing...

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...

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...

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.  ...

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...

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...