The McDaniel Law Firm

08/04/2022

INTRODUCING... the newest member of our team! Associate Attorney, Jake Weatherford.
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Jake is a Memphis-native. He is a huge Mississippi State fan, where he went for his undergraduate degree. His love for Memphis brought him back to the 901 for law school. Jake is passionate about Constitutional Law and Civil Rights, and he brings that drive to The McDaniel Law Firm and to the Memphis community as a whole.
In his free time, you're most likely to find Jake on a golf course. If he's not golfing, he may be at the lake enjoying some wake-boarding and sunshine. Jake *loves* Grizzlies basketball (Go Grizz!), and we are so excited to have him as part of our team!
Welcome, Jake!

02/22/2021

The snow last week was a ton of fun but we’re very ready to get back to business

05/19/2020

The absolute best private detective service available. I have successfully used BDS for over 35 years !

12/13/2019

Mark S. McDaniel - recognized in "Top Attorneys In Memphis"

Mark S. McDaniel - recognized in "Top Attorneys In Memphis"

Mark S. McDaniel - recognized in "Top Attorneys In Memphis" , Memphis Magazine, December 2019

09/30/2019

Man accused of pointing gun at woman, child in Frayser road rage incident

https://wreg.com/2019/09/23/man-accused-of-pointing-gun-in-reported-road-rage-incident/amp/

According to the police report, Alphonso McCracken pointed a handgun at the woman as he drove by her.

08/16/2019

Interstate patrols net thousands of tickets for unsafe driving

The increased patrol of the interstates has resulted in thousands of traffic citations. Have you received one of these tickets? Paying these tickets is very likely to result in higher insurance rates in the future. Contact us today to see if we may be able to keep these points off your driving record.
901-527-6518

https://www.wmcactionnews5.com/2019/07/26/interstate-patrols-net-thousands-tickets-unsafe-driving/

More police officers are patrolling the interstates in Memphis, and they've been keeping busy.

06/27/2019

Tennessee’s New Hands Free Law

Public Chapter 412 prohibits drivers of all vehicles from holding their phone (a handheld electronic device) while their vehicle is in motion. The law, which goes into effect on July 1, includes the following:

A driver cannot hold a phone in their hand or use any part of their body to support their phone, while their vehicle is in motion. Driver can only use their phones to make or receive phone calls by using a speakerphone, an earpiece, a wireless headphone, or a phone that is connected to the vehicle or an electronic watch. GPS navigation devices are allowed.
There is a “one tap” provision allowing one tap or swipe if it is mounted, but cannot hold in your hand.

05/01/2019

We are pleased to support our wonderful Veterans Court which serves our vets so well:

02/20/2018

The Collierville Police Department held a crime prevention meeting last night at Collierville Town Hall.
(Left to right, Assistant Police Chief Jeff Abeln, Mayor Stan Joyner, Shelby County Attorney General Amy Weirich, Police Chief Larry Goodwin, US Attorney for Western District of Tennessee Mike Dunavant, and Chief Town Prosecutor Mark McDaniel.)

02/12/2018

A new law went into effect January 1, 2018 that could impact anyone who drives through active school zones in Tennessee.

The law states that it is a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $50, for a person to knowingly operate a motor vehicle and talk on a hand-held mobile telephone while the vehicle is in motion in any marked school zone in the State of Tennessee when a warning flasher or flashers are in operation. However, if the driver is 18 or older, and the telephone is equipped with a hands-free device, it will not be considered an offense. Drivers under the age of 18, or who possess a permit or intermediate license, will be considered breaking the law if they are talking either using a hands-free or handheld device while driving. Remember that texting while operating a motor vehicle is illegal in Tennessee.

02/02/2018

MPD conducting DUI checkpoints at 2 locations Saturday

http://www.fox13memphis.com/top-stories/mpd-conducting-dui-checkpoints-at-2-locations-saturday/692778232

According to the Memphis Police Department, officers will be conducting two Sobriety Roadside Safety Checkpoints on Saturday, February 3, 2018.

01/10/2018

On these cold Memphis days, if the boss gets to sit down at all, then you are likely to find him here:

01/09/2018

New state law treats pets more like children in custody cases

Illinois courts are now treating pets more like children in custody cases. Should Tennessee courts do the same?

http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-pet-custody-law-20171218-story.html

New state law addresses custody of pets in divorces.

12/25/2017

Timeline photos

12/20/2017

New Tennessee Laws For 2018

New Tennessee Laws For 2018

A new year is fast approaching, and with it comes new laws in Tennessee.

11/27/2017

11/17/2017

A look inside The McDaniel Law Firm. Come by and see us

09/06/2017

www.colliervilleherald.net

Twenty-five years with the Town of Collierville. Here's to 25 more!

http://www.colliervilleherald.net/news/town-honors-prosecutor-mark-mcdaniel-for-years-of-service/article_d53eb438-836f-11e7-a2f6-8343383a50bf.html

06/30/2017

10 new laws that take effect Saturday and why you should care

10 new laws that take effect Saturday and why you should care

Here are 10 new laws that will go into effect Saturday—and how they affect you and your family.

06/29/2017

Changes to Tennessee’s Move Over law go into effect July 1

Changes to Tennessee’s Move Over law go into effect July 1

Tennessee became the 30th state in the country to adopt a Move Over law several years ago.

03/08/2017

Memphis Police out to catch drunk drivers this Friday

Memphis Police out to catch drunk drivers this Friday

Memphis Police wants to take drunk drivers off the roads.

02/22/2017

The Law Office received a new face lift this year. Please drop by and say hello if you are in the neighborhood.

02/03/2017

Do personal breathalyzers give you a false sense of security about your drinking?

http://wreg.com/2017/02/02/do-personal-breathalyzers-give-you-a-false-sense-of-security-about-your-drinking/

We take a portable breathalyzer to Memphis' famous Beale Street and have people test it out.

12/28/2016

www.tncourts.gov

Trial Court's decision to deny judicial diversion on two counts of Reckless Vehicular Homicide is reversed by Appeals Court

Mark S. McDaniel and Kevin G. Patterson, Attorneys for Sherry Claffey, successfully appealed and obtained the reversal of a trial court's denial of their client's application for judicial diversion on two counts of Reckless Vehicular Homicide. Judicial diversion allows certain first time offenders to have their sentences deferred, and after a period of time, obtain the dismissal of their charges as well as expunction of their public record.

The panel of three appellate judges all agreed that the trial judge abused his discretion when he denied their client's request for deferral of sentencing. The appellate court ordered that their client be placed on judicial diversion for five years. The appellate court further ordered that her driver's license, which the trial court had revoked for five years, be reinstated. The opinion of the Tennessee Court of Criminal Appeals, filed December 14, 2016, is attached:
http://www.tncourts.gov/sites/default/files/claffeysherryannopn.pdf

07/06/2016

New Law Re: Texting and Driving
Previous Tennessee law considered texting while driving as a non-moving violation. As of July 1, 2016, a new law now states that texting while driving constitutes a moving violation so a conviction will add points to your driving record and your insurance rates may be impacted. The new law also mandates a driver education course on the 1st offense. Be wise - Don't text and drive

05/06/2016

MPD sobriety checkpoints set for Friday

MPD sobriety checkpoints set for Friday

Two sobriety checkpoints will be put in place on Friday by the Memphis Police Department.

03/02/2016

Lawyer Mark McDaniel - Memphis, TN Attorney - Avvo.com

It makes practicing law so satisfying when I receive reviews like this one. I truly serve some wonderful clients.

Numero Uno/#1!

After I was told by 2 other attorneys that there was nothing they could do for me, I prayed, found him under local site, and he delivered! I fell ill on the Dec.1st 2015, missing a traffic ticket court date. And searched around because I could not afford to accept guilty 4 a speeding ticket& have my insurance sky rocket an extra $200 per month.. Other lawyers said once it's hit near 30 days, I'm out of luck even if I had reasonable cause/ hospitalization docs. But attorney McDaniel said, not to worry because he'd have them re-open and dismiss. And that's exactly what happened! Thanks attorney McDaniel!

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Mark McDaniel is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Memphis, TN. Click Mark’s profile to discover their Avvo Rating, write a review, and read professional endorsements.

02/09/2016

Lawyer Mark McDaniel - Memphis, TN Attorney - Avvo.com

Good News for Tennessee Drivers:
Beginning in 2016, Tennessee drivers will now only have to renew their licenses every eight years instead of five. As a result, we will all save a little time and money.
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Mark McDaniel is a Criminal Defense Attorney in Memphis, TN. Click Mark’s profile to discover their Avvo Rating, write a review, and read professional endorsements.

10/19/2015

The Law Office of Mark S.McDaniel is located at 243 Exchange Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee. This single story "shotgun style" house was built in the late 1800's. It has many antique architectural details including beautiful pocket doors and transom windows. This building has survived floods like the one in 1912 (pictured below). A 1930 Census of the area shows a Jewish immigrant family from Latvia lived in the house at that time (building was #239 in 1930). A member of this family brought us family photos including one of him and his siblings on the front porch. Attorney Mark McDaniel bought the building in 1988 and continues to provide legal services to the Mid-South area. The Law Office is located a short walk to 201 Poplar and all of the Memphis courts. http://www.marksmcdaniellaw.com/

09/22/2015

Wills

What if you were to die today?

No one wants to think about death and dying. It causes us to think about those we would leave behind and to consider our eternal destiny. Our eternal destiny is obviously the most important matter. But, there are other important concerns for those persons that we leave behind:

Do you have a will that clearly directs what you want done with your estate/property?
If so, has it been updated to consider the following:
1. Additional children born
2. Beneficiaries with special needs
3. Changes in guardians and/or trustees previously named to
protect the interest of surviving minor children

Do you have a Living Will? A Power of Attorney? A Medical Power of Attorney?

For help with ANY of these questions, call today 901-527-6518.
Click link below to learn why these documents are all so important and how the Law Firm of Mark McDaniel can help you get these done today.
http://www.marksmcdaniellaw.com/wills.html

The Law Firm of Mark McDaniel can help you establish the following:

08/24/2015

Mark McDaniel’s Reviews - Memphis, TN Attorney - Avvo.com

This is a review of Mark McDaniel Law Firm from this week. Click Avvo link below to see more reviews or to add your own:

"Excellent Criminal Attorney

Mark McDaniel is the epitome of a professional, ethical, and compassionate attorney. My brother recently needed expert representation – and that is just what he got in Mr. McDaniel. After our initial meeting with him, we knew we were in the best hands possible. He kept us informed, went above and beyond to make sure we knew what was happening step-by-step, and the case was dismissed.

I highly recommend Mr. McDaniel – he’s one of the best in the business!"

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Memphis, TN attorney Mark McDaniel - read reviews from former clients.

07/06/2015

Mark McDaniel Law

Can police now confiscate my vehicle if I don't have proof of liability insurance?

Many of you have read or seen news reports of the amended auto liability insurance law (aka financial responsibility law) that went into effect July 1, 2015. One aspect of this law that affects all drivers is that drivers will be required to show proof of insurance before they can get their vehicle registration renewed. Tennessee law already requires the operator of a motor vehicle (not necessarily the owner) to provide proof of liability insurance currently in effect when requested by a law enforcement officer. Failure to provide such proof can result in a fine and loss of driving privilege. Under the new law, repeat offenders are now subject to increased penalties including fines up to $300, as well as confiscation and potential forfeiture of the motor vehicle to the State of Tennessee. As with all new laws providing for possible forfeiture of property, it will take some time for the local jurisdictions to define and implement their policies. This law targets repeat offenders that persist in driving uninsured. So, if you are not a repeated offender, the answer to the above question is no. If you are a repeat offender and like your car, you will need legal help, so give me a call.
www.marksmcdaniellaw.com

  Serving Memphis and surrounding areas for over 30 years