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Grounds for Divorce in Tennessee
Overview Tennessee recognizes both fault-based and no-fault grounds for divorce, codified principally at Tennessee Code Annotated (T.C.A.) § 36-4-101, and administered through the Circuit and Chancery Courts pursuant to the Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure and local rules. Fault grounds (e.g., adultery, cruel and inhuman treatment/inappropriate marital conduct, willful desertion, conviction of an infamous crime…
Read MoreHow Much Money Can You Sue for in New York Small Claims Court
Overview New York’s Small Claims Courts provide an accessible, affordable path for resolving disputes involving modest sums of money—without requiring lawyers or complex pleadings. They are governed by the New York City Civil Court Act Article 18 within New York City and by the Uniform City, Town, and Village Court Acts elsewhere in the state.…
Read MoreTennessee Divorce and Alimony Laws
Overview Tennessee’s divorce and alimony framework reflects a balance between equitable fairness and personal accountability. Rooted in Tennessee Code Annotated § 36-4-101 (grounds for divorce) and § 36-5-121 (alimony and spousal support), the law provides both fault-based and no-fault dissolution avenues. Unlike purely community-property jurisdictions, Tennessee follows an “equitable distribution” model: marital property is divided…
Read MoreHow Much Money Can You Sue for in New York Small Claims Court
Overview In New York, Small Claims Court provides an accessible way for individuals and small businesses to recover limited monetary losses without hiring an attorney or navigating complex litigation. The key defining feature is its financial ceiling: the maximum amount you can sue for in Small Claims Court. Within New York City’s Civil Court, the…
Read MoreChild Custody After Divorce in Tennessee
Overview Child custody after divorce in Tennessee is governed by an integrated statutory and judicial framework designed to advance the best interests of the child while protecting the constitutional rights of both parents. The foundational authority resides in Tennessee Code Annotated §§ 36-6-101 through 36-6-106, which define custody, visitation, and parental responsibility. Tennessee law distinguishes…
Read MoreWhat Is Small Claims Court in New York
Overview The New York City Small Claims Court—officially known as the Small Claims Part of the Civil Court of the City of New York—is the most accessible division of the city’s judicial system for individuals seeking to recover modest sums of money without the complexity of formal litigation. Established under Article 18 of the New…
Read MoreCollecting a Judgment in North Dakota Small Claims Court.
Overview Winning a judgment in North Dakota small claims court marks only the midpoint of the process. The court’s decision establishes your legal right to payment, but it does not automatically transfer money from the debtor’s account to yours. Collecting a judgment requires a separate, disciplined phase governed by Chapter 28-20 of the North Dakota…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Small Claims Court Counterclaim Rules.
Overview Counterclaims are the procedural backbone of fairness in North Dakota small claims court. They give defendants an opportunity not just to defend against the plaintiff’s demand, but to assert their own claim arising from the same transaction or occurrence. A counterclaim balances the scales: if the plaintiff says “you owe me,” the defendant may…
Read MoreTennessee Divorce Lawyer Fees
Overview Attorney fees in Tennessee divorce proceedings are governed primarily by equity, statutory authorization, and judicial discretion. Unlike criminal or administrative proceedings where fee awards are more rigidly prescribed, divorce actions fall under the broad equitable jurisdiction of chancery and circuit courts. The controlling provisions—Tennessee Code Annotated § 36-5-103(c) and § 36-5-121—empower judges to allocate…
Read MoreWhat Qualifies for Small Claims Court in North Dakota.
Overview North Dakota’s small-claims court exists to give ordinary people, tenants, landlords, and small businesses a quick and affordable way to resolve straightforward money disputes without the complexity of full civil litigation. It is governed primarily by N.D.C.C. § 27-08.1, the state’s Small Claims Act, and by administrative rules adopted by the North Dakota Supreme…
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