Even after you get divorced, you and your former spouse may still live in the same town or city. But that’s not guaranteed to last forever. Months or years in the future, you may decide that it’s time to relocate and move to another state or just another city within...
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Adultery and its influence on an Indiana divorce
Adultery, while a significant emotional and personal betrayal, does not always have a direct legal impact on divorce proceedings. Indiana is a no-fault divorce state, meaning that proof of wrongdoing like adultery is not required to divorce. However, infidelity can...
Can you face jail time for accidental death from a punch?
Imagine a night out with friends that ends badly. An argument blows up, and you throw a punch in anger. Suddenly, the person you hit falls and gets a fatal injury. In Indiana, the death of someone due to a punch could potentially fall under either reckless homicide or...
It is easier to get an underage OWI in Indiana
When drivers have been drinking, they can be arrested under OWI charges in Indiana. This stands for “operating while intoxicated.” If a driver has consumed enough alcohol to be legally intoxicated and impaired, they can’t safely operate the vehicle and may face...
Facing drunk driving charges? Why your BAC level matters
If you are arrested for drunk driving in Indiana, one of the most critical aspects of your case is your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level. This refers to the amount of alcohol in your bloodstream and plays a key role in determining the severity of the charges...
Considerations when keeping the house after divorce
If you are getting divorced, you may end up selling your house. For many couples, the house is a marital asset. The easiest way to split it is just to sell it and divide the money. But you may be interested in keeping the home moving forward. This is possible, but...
What is the prosecution’s burden of proof in a DUI case?
In Indiana, when someone faces a DUI charge, the prosecution has the responsibility to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This standard applies to DUI charges just as it does in any criminal case. To secure a conviction, the prosecution must establish certain key...
Co-parents, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays
While it may seem early to think about the holidays right now, co-parents can benefit from planning ahead to avoid stress and conflict during the upcoming months. The holiday season can be particularly challenging for families navigating shared custody, as the...
4 ways a prenup will help in case of divorce
When getting married, it is common for couples to consider signing a premarital agreement (prenup). For Hoosiers, a well-drafted prenup can provide peace of mind by setting clear expectations and reducing the likelihood of disputes if the marriage ends. Here are...
Is your spouse dissipating assets in your divorce?
Determining how to split the marital property is one of the biggest challenges couples face when divorcing. It can sometimes lead to spouses fighting or resorting to underhand tactics to try and gain an advantage over each other. One of those tactics is to dissipate...