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Domestic violence can contribute to the end of a marriage and affect more than relationships between spouses. It may also be relevant to child custody and other family law decisions. In Indiana, a court may consider domestic violence when making child custody...
Estate disputes are often sparked by certain red flags that family members may see in the way the estate plan was written. As the estate moves through probate and the estate administration process, these disputes between family members and other beneficiaries can...
If a past arrest or conviction is showing up on background checks and costing you jobs or housing, you may have more options than you think. Indiana law gives some people a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to clear conviction records. Understanding whether you qualify...
Relocating may provide better employment, safer housing or stronger family support. However, it can also create uncertainty about your child’s living arrangements, education and relationship with each parent. Indiana law provides a process for addressing these...
After you get in a car accident, contact the authorities and seek medical assistance for anyone who has been injured. This should always be your first priority, especially if there are serious injuries. But another thing to consider is that, if you are able to do so,...
Probate litigation may arise due to concerns about the conduct of a personal representative in some cases. Much of the time, however, litigation seeks to raise questions about the validity of estate planning documents. Most people have the right to choose whatever...
Divorce mediation offers couples an opportunity to resolve disputes in a cooperative setting rather than through lengthy court proceedings. The process encourages open communication and allows both parties to work toward agreements involving property, finances and...
When a car accident forces you out of work, the lost income can create serious financial hardship. Bills continue to arrive even when paychecks stop. You have the right to seek compensation for these lost wages. The key is providing clear evidence that connects your...
Most people facing criminal charges insist that they didn't break the law. They may initially intend to take the matter to trial to prove their innocence. However, statistics about the outcome of criminal charges show that the vast majority of defendants eventually...
Families often look forward to summer vacations because those trips are a chance to get away from home and relax. Children usually look forward to the summer months because they don’t have to go to school. But, for divorced parents, summer vacations and school breaks...