There are numerous scenarios that may force people to modify their estate plans. Acquiring or liquidating high-value assets can make estate planning revisions necessary. Adding new members to the family through marriage, birth or adoption may also force testators to...
When parents in Indiana begin living separately, they need to have some difficult conversations. Typically, they need to work out a basic schedule for parenting time. The children likely spend a certain percentage of their overnight time with each parent. The parents...
Nobody wants to think of their own death or when it will happen, but failing to plan can lead to more serious consequences. By creating a will and other estate planning documents, you can help ensure that your assets and loved ones will be taken care of. If you wonder...
People contemplating divorce may find themselves disagreeing with their spouses about many things. They have likely had a protracted and significant breakdown of their relationship. They may not even agree on whether their marriage is salvageable or not. People who...
Many people favor simplicity when establishing estate plans. They try to achieve as much as they can with a will and may feel averse to the creation of additional documents. Trusts, in particular, may seem quite complex and unnecessarily challenging for people...
Drunk driving is a somewhat common crime. Most people don't intend to get behind the wheel after drinking too much. They simply struggle to gauge their own level of intoxication accurately. Those accused of drunk driving in Indiana may face operating while intoxicated...
Parenting time plans, also known as visitation schedules or custody agreements, are meant to provide stability and ensure that children maintain strong relationships with both parents after they separate or divorce. Because every family is unique, a parenting time...
Understanding child custody laws in Indiana can be challenging. Whether you are going through a separation or just exploring your options, it is important to know the basics. Here, we answer five frequently asked questions about custody in Indiana. 1. What types of...
Divorce changes many aspects of your life, including your estate plan. Updating it ensures your wishes are followed and your assets go to the right people. Follow these steps to stay protected. Create a new will After a divorce, write a new will. Many states treat an...
In a shared custody scenario, sometimes one parent can interfere in the relationship that the other parent has with the children. They may refuse to allow communications and may cancel parenting time or shorten the other parent's time with the children despite what...