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Divorce is often a traumatizing and difficult process for children. They generally have no choice in the matter and little if any control. The breaking of your marriage is a sudden tide they are unable to resist, carrying them away in an eddy of scary changes. As a...
When you decide to go through with a divorce, that is just step one if you are a parent. You must then figure out how you want to break the news to your child. After all, they will need to know eventually, and it is better to tell them sooner rather than later. But...
Many scenarios exist where grandparents wish to have a relationship with a grandchild but are unable to do so. These situations sometimes involve the death of a parent, the relocation of a separated family or even the incarceration of a parent. A closer look at...
If you have kids, child support is an especially important aspect of the divorce process to review. Falling behind on payments you have to make can result in harsh repercussions, such as garnishment of your wages or tax refund, arrest, the inability to obtain a...
As you and your ex-spouse navigate the more complicated aspects of a divorce, you may worry whether your child is coping healthily with the change. Knowing how to mitigate any stress or anxiety during the divorce process can help you manage your child's reaction. Be...
Indiana parents like you often go through a rough patch post-divorce. After all, it is hard to adjust to the "new normal" of life in a split household. Unfortunately, some people can let this rough patch get to them and you can suffer dire consequences because of it. ...
One of the unfortunate effects of divorce is that you and the other parent now have to figure out how to be a single parent. If you have a demanding job, you may need to rethink things so that you have time to spend with your children. If you spend too much time at...
Do not view your child custody as a fight to the death with your former spouse. What is at stake is the future of your child. When it comes to a divorce, an Indiana court is going to weigh the best interests of your child in determining custody. If you do the same,...
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...
Like other states, Indiana legally requires both parents to provide financial support for their child or children. The family court determines a payment amount for one or both parents based on an established formula. Learn more about the factors that influence Indiana...