Well, here it is—the post that gets the most views every year. But this year, there’s a twist. This year, my reaction to Tennessee’s new family-law legislation is a little more “meh” and a little less “OMGWTF!!!”
Who is the “prevailing party” in a Tennessee family-law parenting, child support, or alimony dispute?
Can domestic violence be a “material change of circumstances” necessary to change a parenting plan in Tennessee?
CPS too often shows up at the homes of parents who are impoverished rather than neglectful. And instead of helping provide for the children’s needs, it separates them, even before the case has been fully investigated.
How does a juvenile court judge handle a request to rehear a case that was decided by a magistrate in Tennessee?
If you have a child old enough to be on social media, there’s a lot to worry about. Instead of trying to cut off access until they’re old enough to vote, here’s how to talk to your kids about the harms lurking on social media.
How does a court determine a child’s best interest for a parenting plan in Tennessee?
This annual report from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth provides data points to help us determine how our children are doing. It’s not a pretty picture.
When will the exclusion of evidence require a new trial in Tennessee?
Can a court change custody if a parent fails to follow a parenting plan in Tennessee?
What is the willful failure to pay child support in a Tennessee termination of parental rights case?
When can a change in the law apply to cases that are already pending in Tennessee?
How can an interlocutory order from a juvenile court be appealed to a circuit court in Tennessee?
When can a severely abused child be returned to their abuser in Tennessee?
What considerations are involved in determining whether termination of parental rights is in a child’s best interest in Tennessee?