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Hagar & Phillips, Attorneys at Law, PLLC, is pleased to announce that Hope Ford has officially joined the firm as an attorney following her admission to the Tennessee Bar. Ford’s transition to attorney marks a significant expansion for the firm, which will now bolster its legal services in the areas of criminal defense and DUI representation for clients in Wilson County and surrounding areas.
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Explore visitation FAQs such as, do noncustodial parents normally receive visitation? Learn more on this helpful resource.
View PostUnfortunately, there are situations where parents are unsure of the legitimacy of their child. If by chance you are unsure if the child is biologically yours, signing the Voluntary Acknowledgement of Paternity form or Birth Certificate could have consequences.
View PostLaws about cannabis are changing in the United States, and it is important to know the rules in each state. Tennessee is no exception, with its unique stance on marijuana. This blog answers some common questions to help explain the current laws about weed in Tennessee as of 2024.
View PostDuring the moment an arrest is taking place, tensions are high. It’s hard not to get caught up in the chaos. Because everything’s happening so fast, you may not be aware of some violations of your rights that may have taken place.
View PostMost parents understand that they must continue working together for their children even after their divorce. By focusing on the kids' best interests as the basis for their parenting plan, Tennessee parents can more easily engage in healthy co-parenting.
View PostStatutes of limitations are laws that set the amount of time a person has to file a lawsuit in a civil case or the amount of time the government has to prosecute a person for a crime. Learn more.
View PostAlternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to different ways that litigants can resolve their cases other than the traditional litigation mechanism culminating in an adversarial trial. Standard methods of ADR around the country include mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and neutral evaluation. Learn more.
View PostTennessee law, codified at Tenn. Code Ann. §39-13-111(b) defines “domestic assault” as the crime of assault against a “domestic abuse victim.” Tennessee law considers a domestic abuse victim as any family member by blood or adoption, a child, a current or former mate, or a current or former spouse. Learn more.
View PostIn Tennessee, driving under the influence (DUI) is a crime in which a person drives or is in “physical control” of a vehicle on any street or road while impaired. A blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or more carries a presumption in Tennessee that the driver was impaired.
View PostLearn more about implied consent and the penalties for drivers in Tennessee.
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