Equitable means fair, just, and reasonable, based on the factors set out in the law. Yes, Tennessee is an equitable distribution state. While equitable does not mean equal, most judges will admit that they begin the trial at 50/50 and move one way or the other based on the evidence and arguments presented.

Equitable distribution is a method of dividing property at the time of divorce. All states except for Arizona, California, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, Washington and Wisconsin follow the principles of equitable distribution. No. A court will only engage in equitable distribution if a divorcing couple is unable to negotiate a property settlement.

No. Equitable distribution applies only to marital property. Marital property is all property acquired during the marriage. Marital property does not include, however, property obtained during marriage by gift, bequest, devise or descent, or property otherwise provided for in a written agreement. Such property, along with any assets acquired before or after marriage, is considered the separate property of the acquiring spouse.

It is a method for distributing property acquired by either spouse upon the divorce.

Though we work closely with state government, our employees are not employed by the state. Connected Tennessee is part of a larger entity, Connected Nation, a national non-profit organization that partners with other state-centric non-profit organizations as they promote the acceleration of technology and broadband Internet across their states.

All property acquired by either or both spouses during the marriage, but before signing a separation agreement, and before commencement of a divorce or matrimonial action, regardless of the form title is held. It does not include property provided for in a written agreement.

Equitable distribution means a fair division of the assets and liabilities acquired during the marriage. The court has the discretion to divide the assets in any manner that it determines is "fair" although not necessarily equal. In N.J.S.A. 2A:34-23.

Visit the State of Tennessee Division of Elections website for a list of election commission offices located throughout the state: http://www.state.tn.us/sos/election/county.htm

You can order a free copy of the Official Tennessee Transportation Map through the Tennessee Department of Transportation. The TDOT web site also has online highway maps of the state and a number of cities, as well as online county maps. You may also wish to contact TDOT's Mapping and Statistics Office. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation / Geology Division has a geologic map of Tennessee that shows the location of the counties.

To title and register your new vehicle, you will need to submit to your resident county clerk the following: Manufacturer's Statement of Origin, the New Vehicle Invoice and a copy of your current registration if transferring your license plate.

All of Tennessee's state parks are open for recreational activities during the winter. Some inns, cabins, and all the group lodges are closed during the winter. All campgrounds are open during the winter, however amenities may be limited. Please check with the individual park to determine the availability of specific amenities. To contact the park manager, visit the website at: http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/findapark

Guns and bow hunting are allowed at some parks in conjunction with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA). In cooperation with the TWRA, seasons and quotas are set. Some parks have Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs) where regular game hunting is permitted. Check with the individual park for details. To contact the Park Manager or the park office, visit their website at: http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/

Volunteer Campground Hosts - Individuals interested in becoming a Volunteer Campground Host should contact the Park Manager for the park they are interested in. For any given park, notices shall be posted in the camper's check-in and sent to local camping clubs. For more information about specific parks involved in the program, go to http://www.state.tn.us/environment/parks/volunteerprogram.shtml.

CAMPING - Tennessee Seniors (62+) get approximately 25% off on all standard camping fees and approximately 10% off self-registration fees on a year round basis. Out-of-state Seniors will receive a discount in accordance with the published rate schedule. Their discounts range from 9 to 11 percent.