by Damon Wooten | Jan 13, 2023 | Divorce
Money earned and assets purchased or received during a marriage are typically subject to equitable division in Tennessee. That’s because they are considered marital property, regardless of who earned or purchased them. However, money and assets that are inherited...
by Damon Wooten | Dec 8, 2022 | Divorce
When people file for divorce, they that know inevitably, they may lose some of their property. However, they may not know what exactly is “up for grabs.” Tennessee is an equitable distribution state, which means that property is split among both spouses after a...
by Damon Wooten | Dec 1, 2022 | DUI
The penalties for getting convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) and boating under the influence have always been harsh in Tennessee. However, they got even more punishing for offenders when several new state laws went into effect on July 1, 2022. Here’s what...
by Damon Wooten | Sep 15, 2022 | Estate Planning
When a will is created, it serves as a legally recognized document that outlines how a person’s property and assets will be distributed after their death. In most cases, wills are final and absolute. However, wills can be contested by people or parties who believe...
by Damon Wooten | Sep 14, 2022 | Auto Accidents
Being hurt in a car accident isn’t just traumatic and painful, but it’s also stressful and frustrating—especially if you’ve never been involved in a crash. There are so many things to do and keep track of, and the entire aftermath can seem overwhelming when you’re...
by Damon Wooten | Jul 18, 2022 | Conservatorships, Estate Planning
When someone is disabled and can’t make decisions for themselves, another person may be assigned by the court to make decisions for them. This person is known as their conservator and the relationship between the two parties is called a conservatorship. However,...
by Damon Wooten | Jun 14, 2022 | Civil Law, Neighbor Disputes
Your home is supposed to be your sanctuary. You want it to be your peaceful retreat from the world and a place where you can relax and unwind. But for some people, home can feel more like a nightmare when they have loud, obnoxious, and downright discourteous...
by Damon Wooten | Apr 21, 2022 | Civil Law
Housing markets across the country are red hot right now, and East Tennessee is no exception. The competitive nature of homebuying means that many prospective buyers are doing everything they can to gain an edge in the market, including bidding over the asking price...
by Damon Wooten | Mar 15, 2022 | Contracts
Contracts are an extremely important part of doing business in Tennessee. Contracts are supposed to ensure that work gets done on time and per the agreed upon details for a set price. But real life doesn’t always work out that way. Unfortunately, contracts get...
by Damon Wooten | Mar 2, 2022 | Divorce
These days, it’s rare to find someone who doesn’t use social media. What started out as a handy networking tool for friends and family has become an essential part of life for most Americans. In fact, a study found that in 2021, 82% of Americans used at least one...
