Fort Wayne, Indiana Law Blog
How to win a child custody case
According to Verywellfamily, when an individual is facing a child custody battle in court, there are some things that they should do to win custody. When they are presenting themselves in court, they should show some willingness to cooperate with their ex or divorced...
What are some common motorcycle accident injuries?
As a motorcyclist, you may be at greater risk of being injured or killed in an accident than those driving a car or truck. The United States Department of Transportation reports that almost 5,000 people were killed in motorcycle accidents in 2018, and while the number...
Will my spouse inherit everything if I do not have an estate plan?
If you die without an estate plan or will, which the state calls intestate, then the probate court will make a decision regarding your estate. Indiana's inheritance laws will dictate who gets what from your estate. Inheritance laws account for your different heirs....
Child support modification due to a health crisis
Parents face many challenges when it comes to child support. From those who do not receive payments they are owed to those who cannot stay current for one reason or another, child support causes many people to experience financial hardships and high levels of stress....
When family law issues lead to a mental breakdown
Even when people work through a divorce or various family law matters without serious setbacks, the process is often challenging. With this said, family law issues are especially tough for some people, such as those who find themselves in the midst of a hostile...
Who do courts consider to become guardians?
Not just anyone can become a guardian for an incapacitated person. Indiana courts take granting someone the power of guardianship very seriously, and will scrutinize guardian candidates for particular factors that make someone a good fit to care for another person....
Fair share in divorce means everyone shows their hands
When you decided you’re ready to part ways with your spouse, supporting yourself with your share of the assets likely came to mind. While the process requires everyone to put all their cards on the table for division, you might be right to suspect your partner is...
What makes drowsy drivers so dangerous?
Indiana drivers share the road with many others in a day. Unfortunately, this raises your chances are of running into drivers engaging in dangerous behaviors. Today, we will take a look at distracted driving. Specifically, we will look at the act of drowsy driving....
Will you have to pay college support post-divorce?
When you and your spouse part ways, one of you will have to pay child support to help cover the financial needs of your minor children. If you earn more than your child’s other parent, and if the Indiana court names the other parent the custodial parent, chances are...
Negligent entrustment in Indiana
You likely take great pride in your strong driving skills and assume that others feel the same way. Yet the fact that auto accidents continue to be an issue seems like proof that reckless drivers are still on the roads. Your hope, then, is that those with a poor...
