Children in Tennessee are born into many different family situations. They could be born to parents who are married to each other or to parents who are separated or never together in the first place. In any of these situations it is clear who the mother of the child is, but determining the father of
Read MoreShould you consider collaborating on your divorce?
Divorce is difficult for every member of the family, and many couples strive to reduce the challenges and conflicts typically involved with this process. There are many practical ways to make divorce easier, and that is to avoid litigation. Collaborative divorce could be an option for some Tennessee couples who want a better way to
Read MoreTennessee’s enhanced DUI penalties
There is nothing wrong with having a drink from time-to-time. However, people can make poor choices after they have had too many drinks. Sometimes these mistakes can be social in nature, such as embarrassing oneself at a company party or saying things to a friend that one may regret later. These types of mistakes may
Read MoreThere are options for people who owe taxes
The deadline is fast approaching for people in Tennessee to file their taxes. Some people may look forward to this time of year if they receive refunds from the IRS, but this is not true for many others. Many individuals will owe taxes when they file their tax returns or may owe taxes for past
Read MoreWhat is considered statutory blindness for SSDI?
There are many things that people in Tennessee take for granted when they are healthy. People who are able to walk, use their arms and hands, and see and hear normally generally do not think about how difficult life would be if they lost one of these abilities. However, there are many individuals who are
Read MoreKnow which type of disability benefits could be right for you
Tennessee readers may know there are two main types of disability benefits available through the Social Security Administration: Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance. If you are unable to work because of a medical condition, you could be eligible for benefits through one of these two programs. Understanding the differences between these two
Read MoreWhen can one modify a parenting schedule in Tennessee?
There are many things that change throughout Tennesseans’ lives. Many people have plans for where they want to be in five years or 10 years, but oftentimes those plans change. Certain things are not in our control, which can lead to unexpected changes. This is true when raising children as well. Although these issues can
Read MoreMan and woman from Tennessee charged with multiple drug offenses
There are many drug users in Tennessee. Many of these individuals do so legally, though, because they are prescribed medications by a doctor in order to help with certain conditions or to manage pain. However, there are many others who use drugs, even prescription medication, illegally. If people are caught either possessing these drugs or
Read MoreThe penalties for tax fraud
While it is not usually something people in Tennessee like doing, every year people must file their taxes and give what they owe to the IRS. As many people are aware, there were some major changes made to the tax code recently, which will change how many people approach their taxes. However, one thing remained
Read MorePeople who are eligible for SSDI may also be entitled to Medicare
Just about every Tennessean has suffered at injury at one time or another. In most instances, these injuries are relatively minor, and people are able to get back to their normal lives fairly quickly. However, there are many other individuals who are unable to recover quickly from the injuries they suffer. Sometimes these individuals may
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