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Why Medicaid is an important concern when planning for retirement
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Jun 23, 2021 | Estate Planning
Planning for retirement often involves setting a little of money aside out of every paycheck. You also probably need to occasionally look at your savings and re-evaluate your retirement plan. As you get closer to retirement, long-term planning also becomes important....
Can a restrictive covenant be too restrictive?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Jun 4, 2021 | Employment Law
When developing any type of business contract an organization will take steps to protect itself. Whether it is the creation of strong vendor contracts or comprehensive employment agreements, the business will slant the terms of the contract in their favor. This is...
Can you sue over harassment in the workplace?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | May 24, 2021 | Employment Law
Your workplace is supposed to be a safe environment. If you go to work and have to put up with someone who is sexually harassing you or discriminating against you, then you should speak up and discuss the issue with your employer, supervisor or human resources...
When should I file a petition for conservatorship or guardianship?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Apr 22, 2021 | Estate Planning
You love your parents, but you know that they are getting older. Your mother’s memory is not what it used to be, and your father’s physical health is not good. You know that you can petition to take on conservatorship or guardianship of your parents, but you don’t...
What’s the adoption process for stepparents and grandparents in Tennessee?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Feb 26, 2021 | Uncategorized
In Tennessee, both grandparents and stepparents may have a right to adopt a child depending on their circumstances. To adopt a child in Tennessee, a person has to be over the age of 18 and live in the state for at least six consecutive months in most cases. Usually,...
How much money does it take to start a business?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Feb 23, 2021 | Banking & Business Transactions
If you want to start a business, you know how important it is to think out every detail in advance, especially in the realm of finance. You know many businesses fold because they just don’t have the cash flow to keep going or because they spend all of their start-up...
What rights do inmates have?
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Feb 18, 2021 | Uncategorized
Just because you’re facing criminal charges or even serving time does not mean you do not have any rights. They may be different than those held by others -- for instance, some felonies can overrule your right to own firearms -- but you do not lose all human rights...
The risky ways trucks differ from passenger cars
On Behalf of Spragins, Barnett & Cobb, PLC | Feb 9, 2021 | Personal Injury
Many truck accidents happen because of the differences between trucks and passenger cars. The biggest difference, of course, is size and weight, and it means that those in passenger cars face far greater injury risks in a crash. But it goes far beyond that. All...
What are my visitation rights as a grandparent?
| Feb 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
When you’re a grandparent who is used to seeing your grandchildren, nothing is scarier than imagining not being able to visit with them. In some cases of divorce, the reality is that a grandparent may have less time with their grandchildren. Sometimes, they lose...
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