Money and divorce often go hand-in-hand. When you look at the reasons that people cite, financial troubles are usually high on the list, along with things like infidelity. But, even though finances themselves may be referenced frequently, this doesn’t mean every case...
During a divorce, parents frequently have to figure out child custody. Child custody determines the rights and responsibilities of each parent and has a significant amount of influence on the parenting plans that develop. Most courts believe that the parents should...
The average new parent in Tennessee likely doesn't know much about state law and will, therefore, be at a loss as to their legal rights and responsibilities if they find themselves fighting with the other parent of their child. Married couples generally understand...
Gone are the days when courts rubber-stamped court orders granting custody of the children to the mother by default. But the fact remains that many men are their family’s breadwinner. If they have to work long hours to meet the bills and cover child support, that may...
If your ex denies you access to your child you may think about withholding child support. But it’s crucial that you don’t give in to the temptation. Child support helps ensure children’s financial well-being after a separation or divorce. And just as the court expects...
Grandparents can play a remarkable role in the lives of their grandchildren, offering love, guidance and support. In fact, in certain situations, custody of grandchildren may need to be granted to grandparents. Understanding the circumstances under which grandparents...
You sometimes have parents who will say that they are only married because of their children. They may not state this directly or tell the children, of course. But the couple wants to get divorced and has made a mutual decision to stay together for the kids. Every...
Sharing custody is the typical outcome of a divorce or break-up of unmarried parents in Tennessee. Unless there's a reason to believe that shared custody would put the children at risk of harm or neglect, the courts will generally seek to keep both parents as involved...
Divorce is a difficult and emotional experience for everyone, but it can be particularly challenging for children. It can be hard to know how to inform your children about divorce, but it's important to do so in an age-appropriate way. Here is what you and your spouse...
Parental alienation is when one parent undermines the child's relationship with the other. This often results in the child's rejection or hostility towards the targeted parent. Dealing with parental alienation requires careful consideration and understanding of...