In Tennessee, the line between simple drug possession and possession with intent to distribute can dramatically alter the course of a criminal case. What starts as finding drugs in a pocket or vehicle may escalate based on surrounding circumstances, turning a misdemeanor into a felony with far-reaching consequences. For individuals, employers, and families, grasping this distinction sheds light on how charges develop and why evidence matters in courtrooms across the state, including Wilson County.
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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.
View PostA 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.
View PostThe 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."
View PostWe've assembled a new FAQ document to help you understand some common questions about DUI. We work hard to protect your rights. With decades of combined staff experience, we are the local trusted law firm in Lebanon, TN, for DUI defense. Contact our law office directly to discuss your case: 615-784-4588.
View PostLebanon, Tenn. (December 17, 2024) – Hagar & Phillips, a highly regarded Lebanon-based law firm dedicated to serving Wilson County communities, proudly announces the addition of Claudia Rojas as their new Administrative Assistant. Rojas brings exceptional bilingual capabilities and a strong focus on community engagement, furthering the firm’s mission to provide inclusive legal services to the growing Hispanic population in the area.
View PostIn Tennessee, if you are a physician assistant (PA) or an advanced practice nurse (APN) you are required to have a supervising physician. These agreements are done through a collaboration agreement.
View PostWhen a marriage is struggling, ending it isn’t the only legal option. In Tennessee, couples can choose between legal separation and divorce, and the right path depends on your goals, finances, and family situation. At Hagar & Phillips Law Firm in Lebanon, Tennessee, we help clients understand these options so they can make informed, confident decisions about their futures.
View PostA marital dissolution agreement (MDA) is an agreement where two spouses agree to the division of their property/assets and agree to divorce.
View PostInvestigative reports centered in the Nashville media market uncovered that “sober DUI” arrests are not rare one‑off mistakes but part of a broader pattern across Tennessee. Check out FOX 17 News' detailed report on 419 'sober DUI' arrests in 2024, which shows a nine-fold jump from the previous year.
View PostOverall, divorce rates are decreasing, and experts say millennials are to thank. These young adults are disrupting what has otherwise been an upward family law trend.
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