Category: Divorce

Introduction: Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining Did you know that over 1 million children in the U.S. experience their parents’ divorce each year? While that number might sound daunting, what truly matters is how parents navigate this transition with their children. Believe it or not, a divorce doesn’t have to spell disaster for your…

Understanding Dissipation of Marital Assets in Tennessee Divorce Cases It is scary to divorce your spouse when your spouse is the one controlling assets.  How can you be sure you will get your fair share in the divorce when you are not in control of the assets?  What if your spouse is hiding assets or…

Picture this: You’ve built a successful business from the ground up, pouring your blood, sweat, and tears into every aspect. From late nights at the office to countless sacrifices, you’ve navigated the highs and lows of entrepreneurship with unwavering determination. But then, out of nowhere, the unthinkable happens – divorce. Suddenly, the wealth you’ve worked…

A Silent Ticking Time Bomb: The Perils of Ignoring That Divorce Notice Picture this: a set of divorce papers sits unopened on your kitchen table, quietly ticking away like a time bomb. It’s easy to think that if you ignore them long enough, they might just disappear. Being served with divorce papers can feel like…

The Shocking Reality Behind Divorce Tactics Did you know that nearly 50% of divorces involve some form of financial deceit? Imagine this: half of all people going through a divorce are also battling under-the-table maneuvers and hidden agendas. That’s like playing a high-stakes game where half the players are bluffing! If you’ve recently been blindsided…

If you are approaching divorce in Tennessee, you might be concerned about how this turbulent event will affect your children. This a common source of stress among parents, and you may be wondering how to limit any negative effects for your children. While it is true that divorce can take its toll on your young ones,…

Divorce may seem daunting for spouses approaching this legal process for the first time. Even those who have been through prior divorces might be unclear on how Tennessee dissolves marriages. While internet research can provide plenty of basic information, divorce is a highly personal process that varies depending on the situation of each individual spouse….

With the unrest we see across the planet right now, attacks on our military bases in the Middle East and what not, it is important for military parents to understand their rights regarding their children in the event of a deployment. T.C.A. 36-7-101, et seq establishes rights of deploying parents of Tennessee children. This article…

HEALTH INSURANCE AND DIVORCE One of the biggest fears you may have when considering whether you should divorce your spouse is the loss of health insurance coverage when you are covered under your spouse’s health insurance plan and your ability to obtain your own health insurance coverage after the divorce. This is especially scary if…

This is a common question and of course, like most questions, the answer is, “it depends.” If you are afraid that your spouse may liquidate assets in anticipation of you filing for divorce, then you should not tell your spouse first. You should talk to a divorce lawyer right away so that your attorney can…