In Tennessee, child support is computed by formula. Every court that sets or modifies child support uses the same formula.
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A parenting plan is required in Tennessee in any divorce involving a minor child of the parties who has not yet reached the age of 18.
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A Divorce Agreement, or Marital Dissolution Agreement, is a legal contract that reflects your agreement with your spouse on the grounds for divorce, division of your property and debts, and other terms of your divorce.
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The Complaint for Divorce is a legal document filed in court that formally requests a divorce.
Each state has requirements for what information must be contained in the Complaint.
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Probate is the legal process through which the court decides how your property will be divided.
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A living will is an advance directive for end-of-life care should the person be unable to communicate them to a doctor. State law governs the extent to which a living will is enforced.
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A Last Will and Testament, commonly known as a will, is an official, written declaration that takes effect at death and appoints the person who will administer your estate.
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The Uniform Code of Military Justice is a federal law and the basis of our military justice system. It outlines what conduct is criminal, establishes the various types of courts, and sets forth the procedures to be followed in the administration of military justice.
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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), is a federal law that permits public access to federal executive agency information. The intent of the Act is to “ensure an informed citizenry.”
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Rules of engagement exist to provide guidance to US forces regarding the use of force during military operations and routine functions.
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The Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC) is the law of war. It refers to US and international laws that bind US forces in the conduct of armed hostilities. LOAC exists to protect combatants and noncombatants from unnecessary suffering.
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Federal civilian employees and National Guard dual-status technicians are entitled to compensation under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act, or FECA, for job-related injuries or illnesses.
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Department of Defense policy seeks to remove the stigma associated with military members seeking and receiving mental health services.
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A line of duty determination, or LOD, is used to establish whether a military member’s illness, injury, disease or death is duty-related, thus entitling the member to certain benefits.
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires everyone in the military health system to safeguard and keep confidential patient health information.
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The Posse Comitatus Act prohibits the direct involvement of active duty forces in assisting civilian law enforcement officials in enforcing civilian laws, except when authorized by the U.S. Constitution or another federal statute.
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The U.S. armed forces has personnel, supplies and equipment that may be used in the event of an emergency, such as a flood, hurricane, or riot.
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Mediation describes a process where the parties work with a neutral person, normally an experienced attorney, who assists them in resolving the issues in dispute.
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The ABA provides online legal information and resources for military families through Operation Home Front (www.ABAHomeFront.org).
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When initiating a legal action against a military member, you must formally "serve" the member. Finding the member is often difficult.
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