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My son's wife moved to Indiana with his son, without his permission. He hasn't seen his son in 2 years. Saturday she was suppose to meet us in Louisville, so we could have him for a week. We waited on her for 3 hours before she told us she wasn't coming. They are still married,... View More 
answered on Apr 29, 2012
Yes, your son absolutely has rights! Does he want to stay married? If not, he should file for divorce and get a Parenting Plan on file with the court. The parenting plan will spell out all of his rights and give him options if she violates them. I'm sorry to hear your family is going... View More
I dont want the ring, but i am having to use it as leverage so he will give me my things..... the ring is a family heirloom, but it is still my engagement/wedding ring..... legally, is the ring mine? or can he have me arrested?
answered on Apr 29, 2012
If you were only engaged, you would have to give the ring back. You are getting ready to to start what sounds like a very contested divorce! The division of assets (including the ring) will be handled by your attorney in your Marital Dissolution Agreement. You can discuss the ring at your... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
An attorney may be able to help you if and when they cut your hours. Have you signed an employment contract? Are you in a protected class? Why were you the only person that was still getting 40 hours if the rest of the department was changed to 36? Those are just a few of the questions an... View More
I tried to surrender the vehicle, gave them they key. Was given the key back and told they would not accept the surrender because the managing loan agent had gone out on a limb for me to get the loan. Was told if there was not a payment the following monday(3days) later, they would come pick up the... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
What happened? Did they repossess your vehicle? If not, you may have some options for keeping the vehicle or reducing the amount you owe. If you are having financial issues, you could file for bankruptcy.
answered on Apr 29, 2012
Depending on how the contract was written, you may have rights to cancel it. There are all sorts of consumer protection laws for different industries in Tennessee. Today, many contracts are pulled off the internet and not written by attorneys. I would need more information about the type of... View More
Visa debit card. arrived home next day,and they chargd.us rm.$75 plus $300,said we stold tv & sheets. we did't do it. what is our legal recourse? maid came to room an hr. after we left. this has been a nightmare.
answered on Apr 29, 2012
Have you disputed the charge on your card? Your card has a dispute department than can look into the charge. Be sure to let them know a portion of the charge is valid. They will usually send you a form to dispute the charge in writing. If they are not able to resolve it, a good attorney may be... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
The court needs to determine whether or not everyone named in the will has received their share before the estate can be closed. This is normally done by collecting signed statements from the heirs. If you think there is a compelling reason to refuse to sign you should consult an attorney to... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
The laws for the validity of a will are different in every state. Although Maryland does not accept holographic wills, Tennessee may, under certain conditions. If you think the will is fraudulent or invalid you should hire a Tennessee attorney that knows the laws in this state. They can work... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
An Order of Protection is a serious legal matter. If it is granted it has lasting effects on your legal rights, such as your ability to keep a firearm in your home. It's always prudent to have an attorney when your rights are at stake. Attorneys are great advocates and know the court... View More
answered on Apr 29, 2012
Under Tn Code Annotated 55-9-414, the is a prohibition against blue FLASHING lights. This is not the case with your light.
In TCA 55-9-409
(a) Any member of the highway patrol having reasonable ground to believe that any headlamp or auxiliary driving or fog lamp or any device subject... View More
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