Tennessee couples who are getting a divorce may face complications and challenges. For the process to go smoothly, it is important to avoid frequently common problems. These crop up in a significant number of divorces and can be financial, legal and personal....
Be aware of the costs of a divorce trial
Tennessee spouses may be faced with making a crucial decision at some point during their divorce trial. They must choose whether to continue working towards a settlement or proceed to a court hearing. This is not a decision to be taken lightly. A divorce trial has...
Entitlement to an ex-spouse’s Social Security
Tennessee divorcees who are not currently married may not know that they could be entitled to a portion of their ex-spouse’s Social Security benefits. This may help an individual claim benefits based on a higher-earning ex-spouse's work record, provided the couple was...
How to make the divorce process a little easier
Couples who are filing for divorce in Tennessee and other parts of the United States may experience a great deal of emotional and financial hardship. This is especially true in situations where there's animosity between both parties. However, there are a number of...
What to do when divorce paperwork isn’t signed
Tennessee residents and others may be able to divorce their spouses even if those individuals fail to sign the documents necessary to dissolve a marriage. Typically, if the spouse who is served with divorce paperwork fails to respond to it within 30 days, the divorce...
Staying productive at work during a divorce
One concern for people in Tennessee who are getting a divorce might be how to keep it from affecting them at work. The stress of this time can be compounded if a person thinks their job is in jeopardy. Some people might make the mistake of trying to lose themselves in...
Issues with grandparents seeking child custody and visitation
Tennessee grandparents undoubtedly want the best for their children and grandchildren. Being a grandparent is generally perceived as spending time with the grandchildren on holidays, taking them on trips and then returning them to a nurturing atmosphere....
Why some parents pit their children against one another
One of the worst things that a parent can do in the eyes of a Tennessee court is to engage in a pattern of trying to alienate his or her child from the other parent. Beyond being prepared to take strong legal action if the other parent is trying to do this to you, it...
Financial literacy and dealing with divorce
Women in Tennessee may be particularly financially vulnerable in a divorce when compared to men. According to one global study, over half of women said they defer to their husbands when it comes to financial management. This can leave many of them unprepared to manage...
The benefits of prenuptial agreements for business owners
While no one plans on getting a divorce, creating a prenuptial agreement may protect a person's business interests if a marriage fails. A prenuptial agreement might stipulate that a Tennessee company that was formed before a couple got married remains the sole...
