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No-contest clauses are designed to prevent estate disputes. While the wording may vary from one will or trust to another, they all essentially set up the same “carrot-and-stick” approach by telling beneficiaries that they cannot challenge the will without losing...
If you have been drinking and you are deciding whether or not you should drive, you may be interested in ways to sober up quickly. Maybe you feel like you are slightly too impaired to get behind the wheel, but you do not want to wait for hours so that your blood...
Substances can have various uses and effects. To regulate the use, distribution and manufacture of drugs, the Control Substances Act (CSA) was established. The CSA establishes how drugs are categorized. The classification of drugs are known as schedules. The schedule...
Going through a divorce is often a difficult process, especially when children are involved. Parental alienation can complicate the situation further. Parental alienation occurs when one parent attempts to manipulate a child to turn against the other parent. It...
In an ideal world, after a divorce, a previously married couple should be able to put aside their differences for the sake of their children. It is important that both parties still present a united front as parents to promote a sense of normalcy and consistency in...
Operating while intoxicated (OWI) is the charge you will face if the police arrest you on suspicion of drunk driving. If you test over 0.08% for blood alcohol content on the police breathalyzer then the charge will be automatic. The officers could still charge you...
Probate is a process that eventually leads to the distribution of the deceased's estate. The probate process often begins after a valid will is presented to a probate court. If a will is discovered to have issues, the will could be invalidated. There are a few...
Technically speaking, your spouse is probably not a narcissist. Experts believe that narcissistic personality disorder affects at most 5% of the American population. It may be as low as half a percent. It is just not very common. That being said, your spouse certainly...
Did you know that any personal injury claim has a deadline beyond which an injury victim cannot file a lawsuit to recover compensation for their damages? This is known as the statute of limitations, and it’s a crucial concern if you’re hoping to file a claim against a...
Understanding how ignition interlock device laws work in Indiana is helpful for drivers facing DUI charges. Ignition interlock devices are breath test devices installed in vehicles to prevent individuals from driving while intoxicated. These devices play a key role in...