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Is your spouse hiding assets?
Indiana residents like you who are looking into getting a divorce with your spouse should be aware of all of the potential hurdles you could run into. Of them, some may involve the splitting of your assets, as this can be a sensitive and difficult topic....
Can a DUI affect your scholarships?
In Indiana, DUI-related crimes are taken very seriously. A conviction could end up ruining several aspects of someone's life and career. It may become a blemish that can follow them longer than they think it will. Today, we will take a look at how DUI-related...
What is diffuse axonal injury?
One of the most devastating types of traumatic brain injury is also, unfortunately, one of the most common. Its name is diffuse axonal injury and it can result from motor vehicle accidents. DAI is serious for a number of reasons. The prognosis for recovery often is...
Drowsy driving is a lot like drunk driving
Driving while drowsy is a huge problem in Indiana and throughout the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in any 30-day period, 1 in every 25 adult drivers reports they have fallen asleep while driving. It is estimated that...
Implications and reasons behind grey divorce
Recently in Indiana and throughout the country, there has been a demographic trend in family law that involves older couples. According to Forbes, it is becoming more common for couples who have been married for a long time to end their marriage. Statistics show that...
Things to consider before contesting a will
When the executor of a deceased person’s Indiana estate contacts beneficiaries to begin distributing property according to the directions in the will, the outcome could be surprising. A disappointed family member may believe that the will’s instructions do not reflect...
Possible penalties for your first DWI charge
Because the legal blood alcohol content limit is so low in Indiana, it is possible to get a DWI without realizing that you are impaired. In some cases, just one drink can put you over the legal limit. If an officer pulls you over, you may find yourself facing charges...
Elements of a medical malpractice claim, who to sue and when
Medical malpractice is a form of negligence for which an injured party can sue for damages. Malpractice can result from an active action by an attending physician, such as misdiagnosing a disease, operating on the wrong body part, prescribing the wrong medication or...
Does back child support impact passport eligibility?
Various legal complications often arise for parents who fall behind on their child support obligations. It is very important for non-custodial parents to be aware of their responsibilities and the potential impact of delinquency. Aside from being taken into custody,...
Do non-custodial parents have rights to contact their children?
The State of Indiana suggests that it fits the child’s best interests to have meaningful contact with parents. The Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines instruct parents on a child’s contact with his or her parents. If you live apart from your child, you still have rights...
