JMG, PLLC Legal Blog
Successful co-parenting after a divorce
What is probably the most difficult task Tennessee parents face after a divorce? While trying to maintain financial stability might be high on the list, it is actually the art of co-parenting the children. Set the tone with amicable proceedings You do not have to part...
Your rights against illegal police searches in Tennessee
While many people know that they have legal protections from being illegally searched by the police, it can be difficult to fully understand the law behind this principle. To help provide more information about your rights regarding police searches, below is a brief...
How to defend against a drug possession charge
If you are charged with being in possession of a controlled substance, it is generally in your best interest to contact a Tennessee attorney in a timely manner. Doing so may make it easier to defend yourself against the charge and avoid the many possible penalties...
Do you have to divide all your assets in a divorce?
You don't have to lose everything when you get divorced in Tennessee. While the judge might consider most of your assets to be marital property, you have certain assets that your estranged spouse can't seize in the divorce. This is in addition to properties that you...
Ignition interlock devices and DUI laws
Many states combat DUI with stern penalties, though the sanctions and case procedures differ. Tennessee differs from most states, since it doesn't hold a pre-trial for administrative license suspension. The court determines the penalties for the driver, which may...
Are there alternatives to plea bargains?
Plea bargain arrangements may reduce the charges a defendant faces. When felony charges can be replaced with lesser misdemeanor charges, the accused person may gravitate toward accepting such a deal. However, defendants in Tennessee could find themselves looking at...
When is a ignition interlock required?
Many states, including Tennessee, require an ignition interlock device to be installed onto the vehicles of those deemed a risk to the public due to their history of driving under the influence. These devices are essentially a Breathalyzer test that the person has to...
Potential hazards in a second marriage
Most people in Tennessee are likely familiar with the statistics that suggest they will have a 50% chance at success when they enter into a marriage for the first time. However, not as many of them are aware of the fact that the prospects of a successful marriage are...
Is shooting a fleeing suspect a seizure?
Tennessee police are prohibited by the United States Constitution from making an illegal search or seizure. This is not limited to just evidence. When they stop a person for questioning or make an arrest, it can also rise to the level of a seizure. This may become an...
Who gets the house in a Tennessee divorce?
Your home is one of the greatest investments you make, and it has an important role in your life. It is where you rest after a long day of work, and it may have been host to many family gatherings or dinners with friends. Your home may have become even more than that...