You likely know you should prepare an estate plan, but you may not have done it yet. According to a survey from Caring.com, only 4 out of every 10 adults in the U.S. have a living trust or a will. Planning your estate can help you protect your desires for end-of-life...
Year: 2020
Dealing with divorce at an older age
Older people in Tennessee who are getting a divorce might have a few concerns that younger people in the same situation do not share. Because they are closer to retirement, they have less time to make up for financial setbacks as a result of the divorce. Their...
Depression, marital strain and divorce
There are various reasons why marriages crumble. Sometimes, an affair leads to a marriage falling apart, while other couples decide to get divorced because disagreements on major issues (such as a child attending a particular college or where to live). However, some...
Looking at the bright side of divorce
When people think about the impact of divorce, they often focus on certain negative aspects of the process and the way in which lives are impacted by the end of a marriage. From bitter custody disputes and financial hurdles to courtroom stressors, people often have...
Estate planning and PTSD
Our law firm realizes that those with post-traumatic stress disorder face many hardships in life. From problems in personal relationships to struggling in the workplace and battling mental trauma that leads to addiction, sleep problems and other challenges, PTSD is...
Estate planning as a new parent
For new parents, life is often very stressful from multiple viewpoints, whether people are experiencing financial problems or simply have difficulty adjusting to life with a newborn (sleep loss, taking time off work, etc.). However, if you recently welcomed a child...
Marital problems due to a traffic accident
Motor vehicle wrecks disrupt victims' lives in a lot of ways, creating financial hardships, emotional challenges, physical pain, immobility and an inability to continue working. However, these accidents affect victims in other ways. For example, all of the...
Why should I stay off social media during my divorce?
From sharing photos of special moments to sharing goofy memes, social media helps keep many people connected. You probably have your own set of rules for what you should and shouldn’t post, but might not know how a simple photo or tweet could potentially affect your...
Consider these factors when choosing an executor
Tennessee residents probably know they need a will, but taking the time to do it is another story. Even when people are ready to make a will, the multitude of decisions they need to make often causes hesitation. One of those decisions that could make or break the...