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Primer for a Working Parent in Tennessee

By Barbara Moss Published June 13, 1991, The Tennessean This is the article I wish someone had written 15 years ago when I began combining career and parenthood. I had my first child in 1977 when I was...

Michael Oher’s conservatorship saga and his relationship to the Tuohys raise questions

Lawyers all over the state of Tennessee are scratching their heads about the Michael Oher conservatorship and the ensuing litigation. On Aug. 9, 2004, a lawyer in Hernando, Mississippi, filed a petition on behalf of Sean Tuohy and his wife, Leigh Anne Tuohy, to...

Older Americans Month: Rediscover the story of our nation’s eldest citizens | Opinion

Today, people over 65 make up 17%, 1 in 6 of Americans, and that percentage is expected to grow to 46% by 2032. The fastest growing group consists of people over 85. May is Older Americans Month. So who are we? First of all, we are numerous. Today, people over 65 make...

Primer for a Working Parent in Tennessee

By Barbara Moss Published June 13, 1991, The Tennessean This is the article I wish someone had written 15 years ago when I began combining career and parenthood. I had my first child in 1977 when I was...

Michael Oher’s conservatorship saga and his relationship to the Tuohys raise questions

Lawyers all over the state of Tennessee are scratching their heads about the Michael Oher conservatorship and the ensuing litigation. On Aug. 9, 2004, a lawyer in Hernando, Mississippi, filed a petition on behalf of Sean Tuohy and his wife, Leigh Anne Tuohy, to...

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How to Find the Best Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys in Nashville, TN

Key Takeaways The best attorneys in Nashville, TN, combine legal skill with genuine compassion. Choose a lawyer who focuses on elder law or estate planning every day. Working with a local Nashville attorney helps you plan with Tennessee laws and resources in mind....

What Is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust and How Does It Work in Tennessee?

Key Takeaways A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust helps families protect savings and property while meeting Medicaid’s asset limit for long-term care. Because it’s an irrevocable trust, any assets transferred into it must be planned well in advance. Tennessee has a...

Hearing Loss and Dementia: How Early Intervention Protects Health and Independence

Key Takeaways Hearing loss is common in older adults and linked to a higher risk of dementia. Early diagnosis and treatment can help protect memory and mental clarity. Regular hearing evaluations after age 50 are essential for healthy aging. Untreated hearing loss can...

How to Find the Best Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys in Nashville, TN

Key Takeaways The best attorneys in Nashville, TN, combine legal skill with genuine compassion. Choose a lawyer who focuses on elder law or estate planning every day. Working with a local Nashville attorney helps you plan with Tennessee laws and resources in mind....

What Is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust and How Does It Work in Tennessee?

Key Takeaways A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust helps families protect savings and property while meeting Medicaid’s asset limit for long-term care. Because it’s an irrevocable trust, any assets transferred into it must be planned well in advance. Tennessee has a...

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