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How Does the Length of My Marriage Affect My Divorce?

Did you know that in a divorce case, the length of a marriage effects the division of assets? It’s true. The length of a marriage plays a significant role during many aspects of a divorce case.

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If You Are Divorcing Be Careful How You Use Social Media

Almost everyone has some social media presence, it seems. You are probably used to posting pictures and telling friends about your life, your children’s lives, and anything else that seems necessary. Your soon-to-be ex-spouse may be active on social media, too, and from a divorce standpoint, they may be a bit too loose with online information.

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Implied Consent in Tennessee DUI Cases: Know Your Rights

Navigating the roads of Tennessee comes with its set of responsibilities, especially regarding driving under the influence (DUI). A critical aspect that every driver should be aware of is Tennessee's implied consent law, a rule that significantly impacts how DUI cases are handled and what rights you have as a driver. Let's delve into the nuances of implied consent and what it means for you.

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Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence, or domestic violence, is abuse or aggression in a romantic relationship. Learn more.

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Is Marital Dissolution Right for You?

Ending a marriage is an emotional experience, but it does not have to be a traumatic one. Dissolution is a viable alternative to divorce, which gives you and your soon-to-be ex the ability to make your own decisions. Although it may seem impossible, many people in Tennessee prefer to have the last say over things rather than have their future in the hands of a judge.

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Is Your Tennessee Nursing License at Risk

As a nurse, you work tirelessly for your patients, spending long hours on your feet without even the thought of a break. But day in and day out, nurses in Tennessee keep doing what they love. Suddenly, discovering that your nursing license is at risk can be devastating, and you deserve the right help to keep you employed and doing what you love.

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Know Your Rights for Consent to Search

To properly authorize and conduct a search of your car, house, and personal belongings, a police officer must have probable cause. Learn more about your rights for consent to search.

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Law Day: Celebrating the Rule of Law

On May 1st of every year, we come together to acknowledge the importance of the rule of law in our society. In honor of this year’s Law Day, we have compiled five significant reasons for this day.

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Law Firm Invests in DUI Defense Training

A local law firm is proud to announce two associates, Isaac Wilson (Attorney at Law), and Hope Ford (Law Clerk) have recently completed the NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Course to deepen their knowledge in DUI defense.

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Lebanon Law Firm Launches New Website to Broaden Services to Wilson County

The Lebanon-based law firm Hagar & Phillips recently unveiled their new website, hplawtn.com. The site aims to boost community access to legal services, particularly emphasizing family and civil mediation services, DUI, Healthcare, and Divorce. Co-founders of Hagar and Phillips, Tiffany Hagar, a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Listed Family Law Mediator, and Eric Phillips, a Rule 31 Listed Civil Mediator, offer their mediation experience to their local community via this new online platform. "The launch of our new website serves dual purposes – it not only makes our legal services more accessible but also acts as an invaluable resource for those needing family and civil mediation," expressed Eric Phillips. "We firmly believe that mediation can be a powerful tool for resolving disputes peacefully and efficiently, and we're proud to extend these services to our community."

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