Drivers have a plethora of hazards to watch for when they’re on the roads. Wildlife isn’t usually one that people think about often, but wrecks involving deer and other wildlife can lead to significant property damage and injuries. For example, the National Highway...
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Is your Tennessee car insurance policy actually protecting you?
Many Tennessee drivers take a misguided approach to automotive insurance. Drivers in Tennessee have a legal obligation to carry liability coverage. Their policy helps ensure that other parties won't bear the burden of a crash that they cause. Liability coverage can...
Can I start the divorce process before I tell my spouse?
Unlike many states, Tennessee is not purely a no-fault divorce state. Couples can establish grounds for divorce by proving marital faults like substance abuse, conviction of a felony or neglect. However, the state also has a no-fault-based divorce option in which...
Are Drug Crimes Eligible for Expungement?
Although social attitudes about drug use have changed over the last decade, the laws are still largely the same as they were years ago. Tennessee continues to actively prosecute people for drug offenses of all types. Possession of prohibited drugs and abuse of...
Establishing fault after a multi-vehicle collision
After some motor vehicle collisions, fault is relatively easy to establish. One of the drivers involved was under the influence of alcohol or did something else very clearly illegal or unsafe that directly caused the wreck. The other driver can then pursue a...
What happens to retirement savings in a Tennessee divorce?
Most married couples in Tennessee share just about everything with each other. They may both deposit their paychecks into the same checking account and mutually contribute toward the maintenance and purchase of their marital home. They will likely also plan to retire...
Staying safe on foot: Tips for pedestrians after dark
When summer winds down and fall starts again, the days gradually grow shorter and the nights longer – and that means the risks for pedestrians increase. According to government data, more than 35% of all pedestrian fatalities occur in the dark, while an additional 39%...
What rules apply to dog bite injury claims in Tennessee?
There are thousands of dogs living as companion animals in Tennessee, and most of them are very friendly animals. However, some dogs occasionally injure people when they become aggressive. Perhaps someone encounters a dog running loose in a park, or maybe an animal...
3 reasons people choose to fight Tennessee DUI charges
There are numerous rules that restrict what people can do while in control of motor vehicles in Tennessee. Drivers often overestimate their ability and might think that they can break traffic laws without putting themselves at risk of a crash. One common traffic...
What happens to TRICARE coverage after divorce?
If you’re married to a current or retired service member, you likely haven’t had to worry about health insurance because you’re covered by TRICARE. If you’re going to be divorcing, however, you need to determine whether that coverage will continue. If you have...