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How can I place a lien of a horse I was buying?

I agree with my colleagues. You can file suit against the other party in General Sessions Court for breach of contract. The clerk of court in your...

Agreed. Voluntary termination of parental rights is difficult and not favored by the courts.This is because children are generally seen to have a...

Son's father took me to court to get payment lowered but was denied now he has a lawyer and is appealing. What are his chances?

I agree with counsel above, however, it's also worth noting that the Tennessee Code Annotated statutes provide that a party may recover its...

I live in Texas for college purposes and my boyfriend lives in Tennessee and he wants to adopt my girls when we get married.

It will be easier after you marry. In Tennessee, adoption by a step-parent is very common. After the adoption, the step-parent will legally become...

What agreement we need to place our consultants through a different consulting firm who is an approved vendor for a company?

You will likely need to work out a subcontract agreement with the approved vendors to provide the services needed. I would recommend contacting an...

I want to breach a contract, What do I need to do?

Depending on the circumstances, you may want to file a Declaratory Judgment to determine your rights under the contract, especially regarding a...

Do I need an attorney to fight a health insurance company for denying a claim due to circumstances beyond the patient's control?

I agree with counsel above. Generally, in Tennessee, you can ask your insurer for reconsideration of the denial. You will need to provide your...

Marriage license : does it have to be issued in same county of marriage? Does marriage supersede a sons power of attorney?

In Tennessee, you can apply for a marriage license at any in-state county clerk's office. These laws will change from state to state so it depends...

I have a previous employer slandering my name and background accusing me of fraudulent charges on his business card.

You may also want to consider a cease and desist letter. These are often used to inform the other party that you aware that the false and...