Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or have owned several houses in your lifetime, you want the purchase of your new home to be a pleasant experience. Few things are more frustrating than buying a home only to discover it needs extensive work. By collaborating with...
DUI in a rental car
All it takes is one mistake to get a DUI. Former Colorado Rockies first baseman Todd Helton received a citation for driving while under the influence of alcohol. He received orders to enter a treatment program, which he has complied with. There are severe consequences...
What to change in your estate plans after a divorce
Going through a divorce leads to continual life adjustments even after the court proceedings are over. It has a lasting effect on all areas of life, and keeping up with all the changes can be challenging. One thing you should not let slip beneath the radar is your...
The C.R.A.S.H. program in Tennessee and what it can do
When you and your friends attend a sporting event where vendors sell beer, maybe you abstain from drinking anything alcoholic because you are driving. This is a good decision because, on the short drive home, you may notice an unusually strong presence of law...
Why you should exercise your right to remain silent
In your lifetime, you probably will not have to worry about sitting across from law enforcement officers in an interrogation room. While you likely consider that fact to be a good thing, it may also be a disservice to you. After all, perhaps the best way to prepare...
Could mediation be the best option for your divorce?
Under some circumstances, litigation is the only way to handle a divorce. However, mediation is another option that continues to gain in popularity. Here are four advantages of mediation you may want to consider if your marriage is about to end. 1. Keeps emotions in...
3 holiday hazards that cause injuries
The holiday season may be full of gifts and joyful celebrations, but a lot of accidents and injuries can occur during this time of year, too. With a significant amount of people out shopping, driving and consuming alcohol, a lot can go wrong from November through...
The ins and outs of implied consent
If you like watching police shows or courtroom dramas, you probably heard the term "implied consent" a time or two. How does it affect real-life interactions with law enforcement during a DUI stop? Knowing your rights under Tennessee statutes when it comes to implied...
Prevent these common problems when closing on a house
Buying a home is no easy task, so with the closing date usually comes a feeling of relief. You can finally call your new place home. If you sold the previous house you lived in, it also involved a closing date. This final part of the process affects you no matter if...
Choose a smart executor who knows when to ask for help
If you are giving thought to preparing your will, you must decide who you want to name as your executor. Settling someone’s final affairs can be complicated; there could be financial and legal pitfalls along the way. You need a savvy executor who knows when to ask a...
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