Tucker Griffin Barnes

10/17/2026

Parental rights are fundamental, but they also come with key legal responsibilities. Courts focus primarily on the best interests of the child when establishing custody, education, and medical decision-making rights.

https://www.clientresourceproject.org/articles/your-voice-your-role-understanding-parental-rights?

10/15/2026

Thought your old second mortgage was discharged in bankruptcy or forgiven? "Zombie mortgages" are coming back to haunt homeowners with aggressive collection tactics and foreclosure threats. Know your rights against unlawful debt collection. Read more here.

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/archive/blog/back-from-the-dead-zombie-second-mortgages/

10/15/2026

The SECURE 2.0 Act pushed the RMD starting age to 73 and eliminated required distributions for Roth 401(k) accounts. Understanding updated federal tax rules helps retirees optimize withdrawals and avoid costly penalties.

The SECURE 2.0 Act made major changes to rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) — are you up to speed?

10/15/2026

If law enforcement places you under arrest, constitutional protections guarantee your right to remain silent and consult an attorney before questioning. Knowing how arrest procedures work helps protect your rights.

https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/resources/law_related_education_network/how_courts_work/arrest-procedures/

10/13/2026

Struggling with overwhelming medical bills? While there's no official "medical bankruptcy," filing for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 can discharge or restructure unpaid healthcare debt alongside other unsecured liabilities. Learn how federal bankruptcy laws handle medical debt

https://www.creditkarma.com/debt/i/medical-debt-in-bankruptcies?

10/13/2026

Reporting a work-related injury is a protected right under federal law. Employers cannot use vague safety rules or mandatory drug testing as a pretext to penalize injured workers. https://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/modernization-guidance

10/13/2026

A legal power of attorney allows a trusted agent to manage financial or medical decisions if you become incapacitated. Establishing durable powers of attorney early protects your assets and relieves family burden.

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ask-cfpb/what-is-a-power-of-attorney-poa-en-1149/?

A power of attorney is a legal document that allows someone else to act on your behalf.

10/13/2026

Are your AI chatbot conversations private? A federal court ruled that ChatGPT prompts and responses can be seized under search warrants in criminal cases. Learn why AI research isn't protected by attorney-client privilege.

Courts are increasingly signaling that conversations with AI tools could constitute evidence in criminal cases.

10/10/2026

Does getting married automatically make you responsible for your partner's prior debt? While pre-marital balances generally stay individual, joint loans and state community property rules can change things. Learn how marital debt works.

Marriage can change how debt affects your finances, so it's important to know where the responsibility falls.

10/09/2026

Considering filing for bankruptcy without a lawyer? Self-represented filers face a significantly higher risk of case dismissal and asset loss. Learn why hiring a bankruptcy attorney protects your financial fresh start.

Learn if you should hire a bankruptcy attorney, what it costs and how legal help can affect your bankruptcy outcome.