Many professionals in Tennessee do not realize that a DUI charge can affect far more than their driving privileges. For individuals holding professional licenses in healthcare, law, real estate, finance, education, and other regulated fields, a DUI arrest or conviction may trigger additional consequences that threaten their ability to continue working in their chosen profession.
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Lebanon, Tenn. (December 17, 2024) – Hagar & Phillips, a highly regarded Lebanon-based law firm dedicated to serving Wilson County communities, proudly announces the addition of Claudia Rojas as their new Administrative Assistant. Rojas brings exceptional bilingual capabilities and a strong focus on community engagement, furthering the firm’s mission to provide inclusive legal services to the growing Hispanic population in the area.
View PostIn Tennessee, if you are a physician assistant (PA) or an advanced practice nurse (APN) you are required to have a supervising physician. These agreements are done through a collaboration agreement.
View PostWhen a marriage is struggling, ending it isn’t the only legal option. In Tennessee, couples can choose between legal separation and divorce, and the right path depends on your goals, finances, and family situation. At Hagar & Phillips Law Firm in Lebanon, Tennessee, we help clients understand these options so they can make informed, confident decisions about their futures.
View PostLicensure defense is important for professionals who depend on their license to work, earn a living, and keep their reputation intact. In Wilson County, that can include doctors, nurses, teachers, real estate agents, pharmacists, accountants, and other licensed workers who may suddenly find themselves facing a complaint, an investigation, or discipline from a board or agency.
View PostA marital dissolution agreement (MDA) is an agreement where two spouses agree to the division of their property/assets and agree to divorce.
View PostOne article we’re reading this week looks at how mental health can affect a criminal case, especially when there are questions about whether a person is competent to stand trial.
View PostInvestigative reports centered in the Nashville media market uncovered that “sober DUI” arrests are not rare one‑off mistakes but part of a broader pattern across Tennessee. Check out FOX 17 News' detailed report on 419 'sober DUI' arrests in 2024, which shows a nine-fold jump from the previous year.
View PostOverall, divorce rates are decreasing, and experts say millennials are to thank. These young adults are disrupting what has otherwise been an upward family law trend.
View PostMaking a parenting plan isn't as simple as it sounds. This article discusses Tennessee law for modifying a court-ordered parenting plan.
View PostThe National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers has released a new report on its Criminal Case Tracker, offering a closer look at select federal prosecutions and the kinds of charging trends defense lawyers are watching nationwide.
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