Fleming LawMay 16, 20183 minCan you retain your assets in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy?Hear from our bankrtupcy attorney, Steven R. Wilmoth! ____________________________________________ One the most common questions I am asked as part of a bank...
Fleming LawFeb 28, 20182 minWhat should you do after a loved one passes away?When a loved one passes away, it can be hard to know how to start settling their affairs. Perhaps they have bills coming due and you can't access their bank ...
Fleming LawFeb 13, 20182 minDO YOU HAVE A WILL? STATISTICS SHOW THAT OVER HALF OF AMERICANS DON'T HAVE ONE.Many people believe they don’t need a will because they don’t have a large estate, or they trust their family to take care of their wishes, or because they t...
Fleming LawFeb 13, 20182 minCONSIDERING A DIVORCE OR SEPARATION?ONE OF THE MOST COMMON QUESTIONS WE HEAR IS "HOW LONG WILL MY DIVORCE TAKE?" Tennessee Code Annotated 36-4-101(b) lays out a mandatory waiting period for eve...
Fleming LawFeb 13, 20181 minHOW TO HIRE A GREAT DIVORCE LAWYERAs a divorce lawyer with over 25 years of experience, Charlotte U. Fleming understands the difficulties involved in the divorce process. In her upcoming new ...
Fleming LawFeb 13, 20181 minA CRIMINAL CONVICTION CAN RESULT IN BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT, HOUSING, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.IN 2012, THE TENNESSEE LEGISLATURE REVISED THE CRIMINAL EXPUNGEMENT LAW TO HELP ELIGIBLE PERSONS OVERCOME THE STIGMA OF CRIMINAL RECORDS WITH AN APPLICATION ...
Fleming LawJan 1, 20181 minDid you know that your consent is required for law enforcement to take blood or urine tests?Prior to July of 2017, state law held that drivers of motor vehicles in Tennessee had “given consent” to a urine or blood test or a breathalyzer at the discr...
Fleming LawDec 1, 20172 minDid you know that in TN, you can be a biological father without having legal rights? Tennessee actually distinguishes between a biological parent and a legal parent. This is a confusing concept for many people, but it's very important for par...
Fleming LawOct 1, 20172 minWhich bankruptcy is the right choice for me?If you or a loved one are considering filing bankruptcy, it is important to know your options. Here are some of the key differences between Chapter 7 Bankrup...
Fleming LawOct 1, 20173 minWhat is the difference between a Living Will and a Power of Attorney? And do you need either one?When it comes to estate planning, most people know they need a Last Will and Testament. But we always recommend that you have a financial power of attorney, ...
Fleming LawSep 1, 20172 minWhat are my odds of getting (or paying) alimony?This is a question we frequently hear. Here's the short answer: it depends. Alimony, also commonly referred to as "spousal support," is permitted in Tenness...
Fleming LawJul 1, 20172 minIs an LLC the Right Choice for Your Business?Deciding how to best organize and structure your new company is an important decision all new business owners face. Because of the benefits to both small and...
Fleming LawDec 1, 20161 minIs a Business Liable for my Slip and Fall?Attorneys get a lot of questions about when a business is liable for someone's injury that occurred on business property. The simple answer is "maybe." A com...
Fleming LawNov 1, 20162 minKidnapping: a Family AffairDid you know that according to the FBI's National Crime Information Center, 49% of child abductions are committed by family members? Most often it is one of ...
Fleming LawApr 1, 20161 minShould I have a written contract?Not all contracts have to be in writing to be valid and enforceable, but most (if not all) contracts should be in writing. Certain contracts must be in writi...
Fleming LawFeb 1, 20161 minDo Grandparents have Rights in TN?Often, grandparents are denied access to their grandchildren. Today's changing family structure can bring added stress on parents, children, and grandparents...
Fleming LawOct 1, 20151 minShould My Child Support Be Modified?Often, people believe they should be paying less - or receiving more - child support. How can you tell if you are you entitled to an adjustment? The State of...
Fleming LawJun 1, 20151 minLegal Tips: Expungement 101A criminal conviction can result in barriers to employment, housing, and educational opportunities. In 2012, the Tennessee Legislature revised the criminal e...
Fleming LawMay 1, 20151 minRenter's Rights in Rural CountiesAs a renter in a rural county such as Robertson County (larger counties like Montgomery, Sumner, and Davidson have different regulations), it is important to...
Fleming LawMar 1, 20151 minParental Re-location 101If you are a parent of a minor child and need to move because of a new job or family obligation or some other reason, it's important that you follow the step...
