Navigating the Changing Landscape of Drug Laws in Tennessee

Nurse Disciplinary Process in Tennessee

As a licensed nurse in Tennessee, whether you are an LPN, RN, or APRN, you are entitled to due process before disciplinary action may be taken against your license. Due process requires that the Tennessee Department of Health and Board of Nursing (“Board”) take certain procedural steps, which include giving you notice and the opportunity to be heard before disciplining your license. This article will broadly outline the typical process for nurse disciplinary actions in Tennessee.

Parenting Plan May Require Adjustment Period

Any significant life change can be challenging. A life change that reduces the time you spend with the closest people in your life can be difficult. Individuals creating parenting plans with co-parents in Tennessee may wish to keep this in mind as they work on drafting a plan that centers on the needs of the children.

Path to Adoption in Tennessee

Adoption is a beautiful way to build or expand a family. At Hagar and Phillips Attorneys at Law, we believe that every child deserves a loving home, and we are dedicated to helping families through every step of this meaningful process. Whether you’re considering foster care adoption, step-parent adoption, independent adoption, or non-related adoption, understanding the different types and legal requirements is essential to making an informed decision. This blog is an educational guide to help you on your adoption journey in Tennessee.

Permanent Parenting Plan FAQ

A permanent parenting plan is a plan required for any Tennessee divorce. Learn more about the responsibilities of this plan.

Pets and Divorce

Many couples choose to establish themselves financially before starting down the path to parenthood. For these couples, pets often replace the idea of children, and even in families with children, the pets are often viewed as integral members who contribute emotionally.

Phillips Listed as a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Civil Mediator

Phillips Listed as a Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 31 Civil Mediator

Post Divorce Life Changes

When a divorce happens, it could involve a couple in the following manner. The possibilities are myriad, but one thing remains true regardless of the specifics of any given divorce: circumstances will change in the years after your divorce.

Practicing Nursing Without a License

What happens if a person practices nursing without a license? Practicing nursing without a license is a crime under Tennessee law. Learn more.

Probate and Elder Law in TN Navigating Future Planning and Estate Matters

Today, we’re demystifying probate and elder law in Tennessee, which is crucial for future planning and estate management. What is probate in Tennessee? Under Tennessee law, probate handles validating wills, distributing assets, and settling debts of the deceased, with or without a will.