Parents who divorce or separate in Tennessee usually share parental rights and responsibilities. They either agree on custody arrangements or ask the courts to establish a custody order. Once parents have established a custody order, they generally need to cooperate...
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When does travel with a child constitute parental kidnapping?
Discussions about kidnapping often focus specifically on stranger danger. Adults warn their children about the risks of wandering off in busy public areas or about tricky adults who might convince them to lie to their parents. However, a large percentage of reported...
Tennessee’s new parental rights law: Potential impact on shared custody arrangements
Earlier this year, Tennessee Governor, Bill Lee, signed a new law aimed at protecting parental rights. While the full implications of this law are still being explored, it has generated discussion, particularly regarding its potential impact on child custody...
