Friend's husband died 2 weeks ago - mortgage in his name alone. No estate $$. How soon before they put her and children out?

Your friend's situation is tragic. My condolences for her loss. As a surviving spouse she does have rights but if the debts are greater than the...

I agree with Attorney O'Rourke. You may also seek assistance from the Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility. Look on tennessee.gov for...

My son in law mother died 6 mths ago ,my daughter and son in law lived in the house with his mom and step dad.

Your son-in-law and daughter need to contact a local probate attorney as soon as possible if they want to stay in the house. If there is no will,...

Generally, libel (written word) and slander (spoken word) require publication. This is not publication in the sense of a book or newspaper, but in...

My mother died in December in TN. She had no will. Who gets her property?

This situation is why Probate Courts are essential. When there is no will, property passes by intestacy. This is a set of laws describing how the...

Can i withhold my rent?

I agree with Attorney Long's response. In rare circumstances rent can be withheld, but it is risky. In Knoxville, and other larger TN cities,...