Posts by Jason Hines
How Can an Immigration Lawyer Help me in Tennessee?
While it is possible to complete numerous immigration-related tasks on your own, working with an immigration attorney is highly recommended. Dealing with the federal government can be a pretty overwhelming experience, and our immigration laws are complex. The decision to work with an immigration attorney is one you will likely thank yourself for indefinitely. It…
Read MoreWho Claims the Kids? (And Other Post-Divorce Tax Questions)
It is normal for people to have a lot of questions related to filing their taxes. However, if an individual is going through a divorce, taxes can become a little more difficult to understand. That is where our family lawyers at the Law Offices of LaFevor & Slaughter come in, as we have the experience…
Read MoreWho Pays for My Child’s Medical Care After a Divorce?
Ending a marriage is almost always a process, especially if there are children involved. If you and your ex-spouse reside in Knoxville, TN and you will be the one paying child support, you might wonder if that involves covering all medical expenses. The short answer is “yes” – child support can be used to cover…
Read MoreHow Do I Pay Child Support in Knoxville, TN?
When two parents split up, the chances are good that one of those parents will be paying child support to the other one. How much child support you pay depends on a number of factors within the state’s guidelines, but how you pay can change, too. There are numerous options for paying child support in…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Is a Leading Cause of Concussions
When most people think of concussions, they think of football or falls. They may think of acts of violence like a mugging or an assault, but they don’t always think about domestic violence. Based on recent studies and data, though, we should be connecting family violence to concussions. According to data compiled from domestic violence…
Read MoreCan My Spouse Be Deported Even If We Are Married?
Perhaps you recently married someone who was born in another country or just celebrated your latest anniversary. If you are wondering whether your spouse can be removed, or deported, from the United States despite your marriage, the answer may be “yes.” There are several instances when a married foreign national is subject to deportation: You…
Read MoreCan The Family Court Judge Deny My Divorce?
So, you have decided to divorce your spouse. You believe you have proper grounds for divorce, and you’re ready to get this marriage over with as soon as possible. Then, when you present your case to the judge, he/she denies your divorce. You didn’t even know something like this could happen. What now? Can a…
Read MoreWhat Are My Options When My Ex Won’t Follow the Parenting Plan?
Child custody battles can become contentious, particularly when one of the parties is unwilling to compromise. Things generally get even more complicated when parent refuses to comply with the court-approved Tennessee parenting plan. What options does the other parent have? Divorcing parents in Tennessee must attend a four-hour parenting class and file a parenting plan…
Read MoreIs There Any Way to Get Back Child Support Payments Dismissed?
Child support is one parent’s responsibility to compensate the other parent for the support and maintenance of their child, pursuant to a court order. In Tennessee, back child support, also known as arrearages, are considered child support that, if left unpaid, accrue interest at the rate of 12 percent. Arrearages can add up fast and, when…
Read MoreTips for Parenting When You’re Deployed Overseas
When parents have decided that divorce is the best decision for their relationship, children must deal with the emotional and physical changes that they will undergo in their daily lives. Military deployment presents even more challenges for both the parents and the children as it could cause stress, doubt, and uncertainty to develop within the…
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