Tennessee Trial Lawyer Blog

Three friends riding motorcycles together down an open road
July 21, 2026
Hurt riding with a friend in Tennessee? A personal injury claim is directed at their liability insurance policy, and personal exposure for the friend is rare.
A room with boxes signifies an impending move
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight July 1, 2026
Tennessee’s relocation law for moves over 50 miles: the 60-day certified-mail notice, the 30-day window to object, and how a court decides.
Wide shot of the Supreme Court with a blue sky in the background
By Joey Fuson June 24, 2026
The Supreme Court’s Hemani ruling limits a federal gun ban for drug users. A Tennessee criminal defense look at what it does, and does not, change.
A woman signs a legal document at a table while a man in a suit reviews the paperwork beside her
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight June 24, 2026
How to modify a Tennessee parenting plan: what “material change in circumstances” means, and why changing the schedule is easier than changing custody.
Two parents holding their young child’s hands, with the child standing between them
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight June 18, 2026
How Tennessee judges decide custody under the best interest standard, what the 2025 law changes mean, and how to prepare. Nashville family law.
Aerial image shows houses in a Tennessee neighborhood with presumed property lines
By Mark Freeman & Katy Haggard June 9, 2026
How Tennessee adverse possession law treats fences, driveways, and other encroachments and what to do if you have just discovered one on your property.
A view of a motorcycle dashboard with a street and a car in the background
By Joseph W. Fuson June 5, 2026
How Tennessee motorcycle injury claims really work — the one-year deadline, the 50% fault rule, UM/UIM coverage, and the liens that eat your settlement.
A unidentified man grabs an unidentified woman's shoulder
By Joseph W. Fuson & Nickolas I. Schulenberg May 6, 2026
How the Debbie and Marie Act, the 2024 strangulation amendment, and Savanna's Law affect anyone charged with domestic assault in Tennessee.
Judge signs a document in a formal setting with a gavel
April 25, 2026
Tennessee’s order of protection laws have expanded significantly. What changed, who qualifies, and what happens if you’re served — or need protection.
A mans hands on a table where a handgun and ammo are on display in red lighting
April 24, 2026
Tennessee's gun laws carry mandatory minimums that stack. We explain what you're actually facing and why early legal help matters.

Nashville Trial Lawyers Blog — Freeman & Fuson Law


When you’re facing a legal issue, knowledge is power. At Freeman & Fuson, we believe in keeping our clients and community informed. Our blog covers important updates in Tennessee law, practical tips for protecting your rights, and answers to common questions about criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and civil litigation.

Whether you’re researching your options or simply want to stay up to date, these articles are designed to give you clarity, confidence, and a better understanding of the legal system.

Three friends riding motorcycles together down an open road
July 21, 2026
Hurt riding with a friend in Tennessee? A personal injury claim is directed at their liability insurance policy, and personal exposure for the friend is rare.
A room with boxes signifies an impending move
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight July 1, 2026
Tennessee’s relocation law for moves over 50 miles: the 60-day certified-mail notice, the 30-day window to object, and how a court decides.
Wide shot of the Supreme Court with a blue sky in the background
By Joey Fuson June 24, 2026
The Supreme Court’s Hemani ruling limits a federal gun ban for drug users. A Tennessee criminal defense look at what it does, and does not, change.
A woman signs a legal document at a table while a man in a suit reviews the paperwork beside her
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight June 24, 2026
How to modify a Tennessee parenting plan: what “material change in circumstances” means, and why changing the schedule is easier than changing custody.
Two parents holding their young child’s hands, with the child standing between them
By Carolanne King & Marissa Knight June 18, 2026
How Tennessee judges decide custody under the best interest standard, what the 2025 law changes mean, and how to prepare. Nashville family law.
Aerial image shows houses in a Tennessee neighborhood with presumed property lines
By Mark Freeman & Katy Haggard June 9, 2026
How Tennessee adverse possession law treats fences, driveways, and other encroachments and what to do if you have just discovered one on your property.
A view of a motorcycle dashboard with a street and a car in the background
By Joseph W. Fuson June 5, 2026
How Tennessee motorcycle injury claims really work — the one-year deadline, the 50% fault rule, UM/UIM coverage, and the liens that eat your settlement.
A unidentified man grabs an unidentified woman's shoulder
By Joseph W. Fuson & Nickolas I. Schulenberg May 6, 2026
How the Debbie and Marie Act, the 2024 strangulation amendment, and Savanna's Law affect anyone charged with domestic assault in Tennessee.
Judge signs a document in a formal setting with a gavel
April 25, 2026
Tennessee’s order of protection laws have expanded significantly. What changed, who qualifies, and what happens if you’re served — or need protection.