It’s a situation with which many people are familiar. One minute they are driving down I-40, and the next, they see the red and blue flashing lights of the police in their rearview mirror and must pull over. In the time it takes a police officer to approach a person’s...
Year: 2020
3 things in your home that could get your child into trouble
Every parent wants to keep their kids out of trouble. As big of a responsibility as this already is, it can become even more difficult as kids get older and start taking bigger risks that put themselves - and possibly their future - in jeopardy. Even when they are at...
When pranks go (really) wrong
Students across Tennessee have more free time on their hands than usual right now. And while some are using this time as an opportunity to binge-watch TV or learn a new hobby, others are discovering more mischievous outlets. In recent weeks, certain types of pranks...
Helping a loved one who may be the victim of domestic abuse
It is often very challenging for people who are in abusive relationships to get help and leave that relationship. And it can be even more difficult right now, as people are across Tennessee are needing to stay isolated in their homes with an abusive party. Because of...
False DUI allegations have very real consequences
Increasingly, people are making a living working gig jobs like driving for Uber or Lyft. These jobs provide workers with flexibility and autonomy they may not get elsewhere. However, there are some drawbacks. For instance, some drivers report losing their jobs and...
How a DUI can affect your life
Every day, someone gets behind the wheel after having too much to drink. This person may be a college student heading home after a party or a grandparent who has struggled with alcohol addiction for years. No matter who you are, a drunk driving charge will affect your...
Parents: Talk to your kids about these spring break mistakes
In the coming weeks, teenagers and college students across Tennessee will be enjoying a week off from school for spring break. As fun and relaxing as this time should be for students, it can quickly become a nightmare for any young person charged with one of the...
Tennessee Launches Safe At Home Address Confidentiality Program
For victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault or human trafficking, constantly fearing for your safety often is debilitating. Facing terrorization at work, at home and in daily life is traumatic. And if you don’t even feel safe at home, where can you? To...
Can a smart home device call for help?
Many people across Tennessee have smartphones and smart home devices that make life a little easier. They can turn off lights, identify intruders, play music and read bedtime stories. However, they do not always work the way we want or need them to.For instance, some...
Mail and package theft: What are the consequences?
The holidays are a particularly busy time for the U.S. Postal Service and other delivery companies. Because of this, it can also be a busy time for so-called Porch Pirates and mail thieves. In fact, roughly 1 billion packages are stolen every year during the...