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Changes in retirement plans and how much support to give children and grandchildren are among the issues that may arise for couples in Indiana who get a divorce at an older age. Sometimes referred to as "gray divorce," this presents some challenges that younger adults...
When Indiana couples decide to divorce, they may struggle with the aftermath of the end of their relationship. A divorce can mean complicated co-parenting, difficult interactions with mutual friends or a serious sense of loss. This is, after all, why so many people...
Surgery-related errors are the second leading cause of malpractice claims, according to a report from Coverys. The medical liability insurer analyzed all of its closed claims from 2014 to 2018 and discovered that surgery was involved in 25% of them. Indiana residents...
When a police officer stops you in traffic or comes to your home, you have certain rights under Indiana law and federal law. Reviewing the federal and state search and seizure laws can help you protect these rights. Explore the laws that govern search and seizure in...
In Indiana, credit is very important when it comes to starting life again after the divorce. It may be necessary to buy or rent a home. However, many people report that their credit score can drop by 50 points or more in a divorce. It is not the divorce itself that...
When a person dies, he or she may have owned property in Indiana or other states. In some cases, the executor of the estate or the person who becomes the new owner of the property may want to sell it. The process of selling a home after an individual dies depends...
As cannabis usage increases among the general public, more people in Indiana are getting behind the wheel when they are under the influence. This is obviously illegal and certainly dangerous. However, it is not always easy for police officers to detect people who are...
Depending on the age of the spouses involved, divorce can lead to many unique issues. As partners pass the age of 50, there are considerations that may not be present for younger spouses. Gray divorces in Indiana may still be complicated even when there are no...
There have been numerous car accidents in Indiana and other U.S. states where a motorist was relying on driver-assist technology yet still caused a crash. This is part of a growing trend where drivers think that these assistive technologies are actually able to drive...
House Bill 1070 passed through the Indiana State Senate on March 18, 2020, and is on its way to the governor’s desk for an expected signature. The bill expands the restrictions on the use of a handheld device while operating a motor vehicle. The previous 2011...