Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Why Estate Planning Matters for Seniors
For seniors, estate planning can provide necessary peace of mind, and help to ensure that assets will be distributed according to their wishes after they are gone. A lifetime of saving and investing deserves to be protected by a well-crafted estate plan that can serve the testator and their family. Beyond asset distribution, estate… Read More »
What is Mens Rea and its Types?
A person cannot be found guilty of most crimes unless there is proof beyond a reasonable doubt that the person had the intent to commit the crime. The concept of a person needing to have bad intent (or an ‘evil mind’) is a legal concept known as “mens rea.” Mens rea is a Latin… Read More »
Military Divorce and Healthcare
Military members, and their immediate family, enjoy certain benefits. One major benefit to military families is the medical health insurance extended to military members, as well as their spouses and children. Of course, this means that non-military spouses who are actively receiving military healthcare benefits due to their spouse’s military standing have some additional… Read More »
What Are the Consequences if I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in Tennessee?
If the police pull you over due to suspicions that you are driving under the influence (DUI) one of your most immediate concerns might very well be whether you want to submit to a breathalyzer test. Is refusing a breathalyzer test ever the right thing? This article aims to help readers to gain a… Read More »
What Happens to My Car If I Get a DUI?
Those who are pulled over for drunk driving might have a lot of thoughts all clamoring for attention at once. And – among a pretty diverse array of potential concerns, one concern you may very well have is: “what will happen to my car?” This article aims to provide readers with a better understanding… Read More »
You Want a Divorce Attorney: Here’s 4 Reasons Why
Divorce can lead to a lot of uncertainty. One way people might try to regain a sense of control, or think they can save money, is by not engaging with an attorney in the course of their divorce case. While we understand these thoughts, a professional attorney simply knows things that the average person… Read More »
Tennessee Divorce and Taxes: Can Both Parents Claim the Kids as Dependents?
It is hard to anticipate every twist and turn or issue that can arise while settling a divorce agreement, particularly when minor children are involved. One of the thorny issues that often goes overlooked until you are facing it is the question of who gets to claim the minor children as a dependent on… Read More »
Shoplifting Charges in Tennessee
It is important to remember that in Tennessee, shoplifting is a serious offense and a shoplifting arrest could lead to significant legal consequences. By understanding the potential penalties attached to shoplifting, you can enter into any legal situation better informed and more capable of understanding the best steps for protecting your rights. This article… Read More »
How to Change a Parenting Plan in Tennessee
Often, after parents have completed a divorce or have otherwise obtained an official Permanent Parenting Plan, one or both parents will want (or need) to change some aspect of the child’s schedule, or alter another piece of the permanent parting plan. But can one do that? If so, how? This article will help parents… Read More »
What Does a Family Lawyer Do in Tennessee?
A Tennessee family lawyer practices family law – but what does that actually mean? Family law encapsulates many different things and plays a role in many different scenarios. A family lawyer is often called upon to advise a member of a family who is navigating through some domestic-related issue. This could mean anything –… Read More »
