Experience and Compassion in Criminal and Juvenile Law
College is a time of exploration, learning, and growth. However, it can also be a time when young adults face unexpected challenges, including criminal charges. Whether it's an underage drinking incident, drug possession, DUI, assault, or theft, these charges can have...
Domestic assault charges can be a deeply distressing and life-altering experience for anyone involved. If you find yourself facing domestic assault charges, it is crucial to know your rights and take immediate action to protect yourself and your future. Understand...
Losing a loved one is one of the most challenging experiences anyone can endure. Amidst the grief and pain, the last thing you'd want is for their legacy to be tainted by past legal issues. A new amendment to Tennessee Law, TCA 40-32-101, helps protect the reputation...
As of July 1 of this year, the state of Tennessee has taken a significant step forward in its approach to tackling DUI offenses with the recent amendment of TCA 55-10-402. This new law offers a ray of hope for individuals charged with driving under the influence by...
With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, many Tennesseeans will be enjoying some time out on the water this weekend. The Tennessee Legislature has enacted a number of new laws signed by Governor Lee that will take effect on July 1. In particular, one new law,...
Recently, the Tennessee Supreme Court issued a new order prohibiting most in-person court proceedings due to concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. Only certain cases or proceedings that meet a particular criteria are allowed to be conducted in-person through...
The criminal justice system is, unfortunately, complicated and intimidating. And too often, people misunderstand the legal processes and what they need to do when they are facing a criminal offense. The clash between the system and people’s understanding of it can...
At various times throughout the year, police ramp up DUI enforcement efforts. The exact nature of the efforts varies by state and county, but in general, it means increasing the number of police on duty, setting up sobriety checkpoints and focusing their enforcement...
Being accused of a crime is enormously upsetting, particularly if the allegations against you are false. Under such circumstances, people feel driven to defend themselves and give their side of the story to anyone who will listen. However, this could backfire if you...
Safer-at-home orders in Tennessee have made this summer a particularly popular time for people to get out on the water and do some boating. This activity allows people to spend time outside, have fun and just get out of the house without putting their health in...