Parents have certain rights in Tennessee and around the country. However, when a man finds out that the child he believed to be his and who he’s raised since birth is not biologically his, it can turn his world upside down. Unfortunately, paternity fraud happens and...
Grandparents and their grandchildren in Tennessee normally enjoy close and loving relationships. If this has not happened for you due to estrangement from their parents or for other reasons, you have some options to try and gain visitation. Private negotiation and...
Divorce can be a difficult experience for everyone in a family, but it is worse when there are children involved. Divorce or separation tends to affect older, middle-aged children differently than younger ones. How so? Here's what you need to know. They experience a...
If you are an unwed father, you will want to know your rights and obligations, particularly if you are not living with your child’s mother or plan to separate. You might need to establish paternity, petition for custody or visitation and be aware of how child support...
Life often comes with unexpected circumstances that sometimes lead to challenging custodial situations for grandparents. No matter what kind of obstacle or hardship life has thrown at your family, it's extremely helpful to understand your rights so you know what to...
In cases of shared child custody, parents usually have a number of questions and concerns. It may be unclear which parent should be the one receiving payments every month, or it might be necessary to consider options like opting out of advance payments. No matter what...
Divorce in Tennessee can be emotionally difficult. However, you must stay level-headed when dealing with matters like the division of assets and property. You should also avoid making certain common mistakes with Social Security during the divorce process. Your...
It's rare for a marriage to stand the test of time. With that in mind, you could find yourself as an unwed parent in Tennessee who ever tied the knot with the child's birth mother. If this is the case, it's important to learn the rights of an unwed father. Paternity...
Pursuing full custody as a father can seem to be a daunting task. Historically, fewer than 20% of fathers obtain custody of their children. Don’t let those statistics discourage you. Below is an explanation of several issues that the court looks at when making its...
Persons over the age of 50 might look closer at their finances since retirement years will soon be upon them. Life changes could make things more complex, including the unfortunate situation of going through a "gray divorce." Yes, older people may find it necessary to...
