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Q: If you did not assault anyone how can they charge you with aggravated assault. The person was never touched or harmed.

A toy gun was pointed at the victim but he was not touched or harmed. Also the victim ran us off the road and a toy gun was pointed out the window

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answered on Jul 26, 2024

That is an aggravated assault. Display of a deadly weapon is all that is needed. You definitely need an attorney to represent you on that class C Felony.

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Tennessee on
Q: Can co-mingling of a "separate" property be defined by payment of mortgage etc from a joint account

The property was lived in by the parties for 3 years, rented out 8 separate times with the income from that placed in a joint account and payments for 27 years made from a joint account

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Tennessee on
Q: Can a default judgement be issued against a defendant in a felony case if plaintiff knew they were deceased at the time?
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answered on Jul 26, 2024

There are no default judgments in criminal prosecutions. Default Judgments in civil matters against a deceased party happen alot. The heirs and next of kin might want to contest the default. If so, hire a competent TN attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law, Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Tennessee on
Q: In Tennessee, if I lived with my grandmother, she passes, leaves the house in a trust to my mother, I’m still a tenant ?
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answered on Jul 26, 2024

Apparently you have not interest in the property except possession. The owner can sue you for possession.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Tennessee on
Q: Can a Chancellor change the value of real property from what was the appraised value agreed upon by the parties.

The chancellor changed the value on three investment properties (rental properties) that were awarded to the wife by a total of $167,000.00 from the appraised value agreed upon by the parties.

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answered on Jul 25, 2024

Yes... He can accept value evidence or reject it. It could be grounds for appeal or a post trial motion. His discretion will be given alot of credence.

0 Answers | Asked in Uncategorized for Tennessee on
Q: My son was involved in a homicide last year that has been declared self defense. Since then the other family has filed a

Wrongful death suit against him. Called Dcs on him. Had him fired from a job n a year of on going threats and slander on social media. Can we do anything to stop any of this

0 Answers | Asked in Business Formation and Business Law for Tennessee on
Q: I am on F1-OPT right now working full time as an Analyst for a company. I want to open an LLC and start retail business.

I wont involve in the operations, i will hire a local guy as an employee and pay him to work. Can i earn money through this LLC or will it violate any visa regulations?

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Banking and Social Security for Tennessee on
Q: Doordash won't tell me nothing they said the bank has to get the information from them that it's against a privacy law

My bank account was hacked and as soon as I realize there was money missing and online charges I notified the bank I went down there to the bank and they gave me a new debit card and said they would look into it because I disputed all the unauthorized charges I also make sure to advise the lady... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law for Tennessee on
Q: How do I file a response to false allegations filed against me in a motion for civil contempt?
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answered on Jul 24, 2024

You do need to file a Response. Since incarceration is very possible, you might want to hire an attorney.

0 Answers | Asked in Child Support for Tennessee on
Q: My boyfriend was arrested 4 child support, goes 2 court today.Been paying for it out his check. Will he be released 2day

He owes 1000$ but it's been payed coming out of his paycheck. What are the chances he will be released from jail? Or what could happen to him today?

0 Answers | Asked in Domestic Violence for Tennessee on
Q: Is there any way my daughter could release herself from a lease agreement due to domestic violence?

My daughter is a victim of domestic violence and fears for her life. Her and the accused are 17 days into their newly leased apartment. I'm trying to help her get away and need to know if she can be released from the lease agreement without prejudice.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Tennessee on
Q: Is property divided in divorce if it was before marriage?

In 2016 my parents signed the land over to me. I didn’t get married until 2020. My husband and I want a divorce and he doesn’t want the land. He name is not on the deed just mine. Do I need a lawyer if the papers says if one of us owns property we need a lawyer??

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answered on Jul 24, 2024

Hire an attorney to represent you. The pleadings need to be right, especially the MDA and Judgment. You better check your title also. Once agreed and signed, he does not need to go to Court.

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Q: Property in divorce what to do

My parents signed over the land over to me in 2016. In 2020 I got married. Does it include putting property together on papers even if he is not registered on papers with me?

0 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Civil Litigation and Contracts for Tennessee on
Q: I’m being sued over a balance due after a repossession. How do I countersue on the grounds that the contract was illegal

Credit acceptance and dealer added fees that we were told were required by lender. They are being sued by the consumer financial protection bureau already for this as well as fraud . The contract was usurious and fraudulent. How do I file a counter suit?

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Q: Do I need a lawyer for divorce due to property

In 2016 my parents signed the property I now own over to me and I registered it in my name in same year. My husband and I didn’t get married until 2020. The property is in my name not his. And also he works I do not and has 401k do I need a lawyer for that to since I don’t want anything from it.

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answered on Jul 23, 2024

He can claim the appreciation in value since the marriage should be divided as marital property. Likewise you can argue the increase in his plan's value since marriage is marital property. You need an attorney when engaging in such a legal suit, as you could lose valuable properties.

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