Spring is here. The sun is shining brighter, the days are longer and the birds are chirping. Along with the more pleasant aspects associated with the warmer weather, however, comes the inevitability of tax season. With the April 15 tax deadline quickly...
Your Legal Guide Through Life’s Twists And Turns
Month: March 2012
Tips for communicating with children about divorce
Couples that chose to end their marriage and divorce face many complex decisions and difficult conversations. Some of the most emotional and heart-wrenching discussions are often those involving the children. How a couple chooses to discuss their decision to divorce...
How equitable distribution can help divorcing Tennessee couples
Any divorcing couple is sure to have acquired many possessions during their time together. Division of property is often a very emotional and contentious matter between divorcing spouses. While it's easiest on everyone involved if both spouses can come to an agreement...
Divorced parents squabbling over co-parenting turn to Internet
Any couple going through a divorce is likely to experience hostile feelings towards their ex-spouse. While divorcing couples without children must endure the initial turmoil associated with the actual divorce proceeding, they are then free to move on with their lives...
Father responsible for paying child support despite agreement
The birth of any child is typically looked upon as a joyous and celebratory event. This is often especially true for couples that struggle with infertility and finally have success in conceiving a child. Many couples that face infertility eventually turn to procedures...
Court rules ex-husband should pay for child’s college education
Today, a struggling economy coupled with increased competition for jobs make getting a college education more crucial than ever. Many college students struggle to pay for their education, applying for grants and scholarships and taking out student loans. Provided they...
Seeking child custody? It may pay to be a teacher’s pet
When trying to negotiate the terms of a child custody settlement, many parents feel like they need to prove themselves. Some parents approach the custody hearing as a popularity contest and seek to gain the judge's approval by trying to prove they are the most fun...
Divorce and taxes – don’t let one mistake haunt you for years
When agreeing on settlement terms, many divorcing couples in Tennessee often don't realize the tax implications that may result. What's more, many of these tax penalties are not a one-time deal, but will continue to penalize the divorced spouse for years to come....
Pending divorce? Be careful what you post on Facebook
In recent years, the explosion of social media has opened up various avenues for people to voice their views and opinions on a variety of topics. While some social media platforms are very public others, such as Facebook, allow users to set privacy perimeters to...
Increasing number of couples ring in New Year with divorce
Making the decision to end a marriage is a serious and life-changing one. While no specific month or time of the year is universally advantageous to file for divorce, divorce attorneys around the country and in Tennessee report that an increasing number of couples are...