Estate planning in Tennessee enables individuals to direct the management and distribution of their assets after death or during incapacity, offering families security and clarity. Wills and trusts serve as foundational tools, each with distinct roles under state law. Grasping these essentials helps Tennessee residents approach legacy decisions with confidence.
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Many licensed professionals in Tennessee assume that only felony convictions can threaten their careers. However, even a misdemeanor charge—from a DUI to a minor theft or assault—can trigger investigations and potential license suspension. Understanding how misdemeanors affect professional licensure, what steps you should take, and how to protect your career is essential for anyone facing criminal charges.
View PostA DUI arrest can feel like a nightmare for any professional, but for nurses in Tennessee, the stakes go far beyond fines and license points. The Tennessee Board of Nursing takes impaired driving seriously, and a conviction or even an arrest, can trigger an investigation that threatens your ability to practice. Understanding how this process works can help you make informed decisions when every detail matters.
View PostCar accidents happen every day, but when police turn serious crashes into criminal investigations, everything changes. What starts as a collision becomes potential felonies such as DUI charges, vehicular homicide, and leaving the scene, all of which threaten your freedom, license, and future. Here's what Tennessee drivers need to know when an accident requires criminal defense.
View PostCatalytic converter theft has exploded across the country in recent years, and Tennessee has been no exception. In response, lawmakers have strengthened state law so that many catalytic converter theft cases are now treated much more seriously, including as felonies in a growing number of situations. For vehicle owners and for anyone who may face charges, understanding what the law does and how it works in practice is important.
View PostCinco de Mayo is a time to celebrate with friends, enjoy good food, and maybe raise a glass, but it’s also a time when law enforcement increases DUI patrols and checkpoints across Tennessee.
View PostThe 4th of July is a time to enjoy fireworks, cookouts, and time with family and friends, but it’s also a holiday when DUI arrests spike across Tennessee. At Hagar and Phillips, we want to remind everyone to celebrate responsibly and understand the serious consequences of impaired driving.
View PostWhat overriding standard do Tennessee courts use in determining child custody? Learn more about child custody.
View PostAfter a divorce between two parents, custody over the children is a complicated process. In addition to ensuring you have the proper family law representation, all of your documents and information in order, and coming to an agreed-upon solution, you also uphold a parenting schedule, child support payments, and so much more.
View PostFinding the right legal representation can be a daunting task. This guide offers some key considerations in the process.
View PostCollege should be about classes, friendships, and new opportunities not court dates and criminal records. Yet in Tennessee, a single mistake can threaten a student’s education, housing, scholarships, and future career. At Hagar & Phillips Law Firm in Lebanon, Tennessee, we help college students and their families understand what’s at stake and how to protect a hard‑won future.
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