TN Mom & Dad from Philippines Last 5 Yrs | Alimony Remanded
Tennessee alimony law case summary following 5 years of marriage. Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Analiza P. Burnett v. David Mark Burnett – Alimony Law in TN In this situation, the husband was working for an American corporation in the Philippines when he met the wife in 1995. The wife […]
Read More»Insight on Fathers’ Rights in a Tennessee Custody Case
- At September 21, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Child Custody, Divorce, Home
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Fathers with a child custody case: consult a child custody attorney in Collierville to learn more about your rights. Historically, when divorce ends in a battle for child custody, the mother is more likely to come out on top. In fact, according to U.S Census data, in 2007 82.6 percent of custodial parents were mothers; […]
Read More»When Adultery is a Reason for a Tennessee Divorce
- At September 20, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Divorce
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A Memphis divorce attorney for women is often helpful in sorting through the legal process and establishing the grounds for divorce. When you file for divorce, a valid reason is needed. For those who file for a fault-based divorce, one common reason is adultery. A person may choose a fault-based divorce rather than a no-fault […]
Read More»Dad’s Overtime Averaged as Income for TN Child Support
Tennessee law case summary on income determination and child support in Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. John Ambler Widener v Stephanie Elizabeth Widener – Tennessee Child Support Laws on Overtime In the case of John Widener, father, and Stephanie Widener, mother, the mother appealed the decision of the lower […]
Read More»Optometrist Practice Becomes Marital Property w/ Wife’s Contributions
Tennessee business valuation law case summary – Optometrist. Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Bacigalupo v. Bacigalupo, No. W2003-01578-COA-R3-CV (Tenn. App. October 4, 2004). An optometrist, Mr. Bacigalupo (“Mr. B.”), filed for a divorce from Mrs. Bacigalupo (“Mrs. B”), citing inappropriate marital conduct and irreconcilable differences. Mrs. B. counterclaimed, stating she […]
Read More»10 Case Management Questions You Should Ask Your Memphis Divorce Attorney
When it comes to hiring a Memphis divorce attorney, there are a lot of things you will need to take into consideration. What most often comes to mind is the attorney’s experience and how much he or she will charge. But it’s also important to know how your case will be managed. Here are 10 […]
Read More»Discovery Laws Require Truth About Assets & Income in Tennessee Divorce
- At September 18, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Divorce Process, Home
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Tennessee divorce discovery laws require truth in disclosure about assets & income to prevent hidden income and omitted assets. The production of documents during discovery is important to ensure an equitable distribution of the marital estate and accurate determination of income. Each spouse may request information regarding the opposing spouse’s assets, whether those assets are […]
Read More»TN Dad Relocation Denied Since Job Didn’t Require Relocation
Tennessee law case summary on parental relocation in Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. In re Spencer E – Tennessee Parental Relocation Denied In the case of Spencer E, the father filed a petition to relocate with the parties’ minor child. The trial court denied this request. The father appealed the decision. […]
Read More»Grandmother Denied Second Chance at Visitation w/ Grandchild
- At September 14, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Grandparent Rights
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Tennessee law case summary on Tennessee grandparent visitation rights in Tennessee divorce and family law from the Tennessee Court of Appeals. Jeanette Rae Jackson v Bradley Kent Smith – Tennessee Grandparent Visitation Rights In this case, the grandparent requests visitation. After the death of her daughter, the grandmother petitioned the lower court to request visitation rights with […]
Read More»Why Women File for Tennessee Divorce
- At September 14, 2012
- By Miles Mason
- In Divorce
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Contact a Memphis divorce attorney for women if you are getting a divorce in Tennessee. Several decades ago, many women were financially dependent on their husbands, so they may have felt stuck in unhappy marriages. Things have changed since more women are college-educated and have steady careers that allow them to support themselves. Statistics from […]
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