Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming at best and terrifying at worst. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor or a serious felony charge, an accusation alone can have a life-changing impact. That’s why hiring an experienced criminal defense lawyer is one of the most important decisions you can make in the wake of criminal charges. While…

If you’re facing a homicide charge, your life has seriously changed from what it was like before. You’re under a huge amount of stress, and are scared of what your future will be like. There are several different types of homicide charges. Each type of charge is different, with its own rules and specific details.…

Being wrongfully accused of a crime is a nightmare scenario. One minute, you’re living your life; the next, you’re facing charges for something you didn’t do. It’s frustrating, terrifying, and unfair. It’s also far more common than you might think. Arrests in Tennessee: Troubling trends Tennessee is serious about crime. According to the Vera Institute…

If you or a loved one has been arrested, the first big question is whether you’ll be released while the case moves through the system. That’s where bail hearings come in. If granted bail – which you will be in the vast majority of cases – you could be released until the trial commences. However,…

Self-defense is one of our basic rights. However, the law has specific standards for when you have the right to use force in self-defense. This is where “Stand Your Ground” laws come in. These laws, which we have in Tennessee, allow a person to use force – even deadly force – in some situations. It’s…