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Indiana provides parties involved in legal disputes, whether it be criminal or civil in nature, with the opportunity to appeal the outcome of the case, albeit, with some exceptions. While the right to appeal is a cherished tradition, it can also cause headaches due to the extremely technical nature of the appellate process. This can leave many with a multitude…
The trial is over and judgment has been rendered. Whether yours was a civil or criminal case, if that judgment goes against you – resulting in a criminal sentence, a fine, or other adverse court order – you still have options. First, of course, is the appeal. Simply put, if you lost your case, you have the right to appeal…
What is a petition in court versus what is an appeal in court? When it comes to a petition vs appeal, there are fundamental and important differences that are essential to proper and timely court processes for your case or claim. Let’s start with a basic understanding of each type of legal filing: What is a Petition in Court? As…
In a criminal or civil court case (where the case has not been dismissed, settled, or vacated), judgment will be rendered. This ruling can be delivered as a jury verdict or as a judgment by the presiding judge. The ruling represents the trial court’s application of the law. An appeal, on the other hand, is a review of this legal…
Like everyone and everything in life, the judicial system isn’t perfect. Mistakes are made. Sometimes, these mistakes can result in an improper verdict or decision. Fortunately, our system provides individuals with the opportunity to appeal certain rulings or decisions believed to be wrongly decided. Unfortunately, however, is that sometimes appeals can take a long time to decide. But what if…
Is This An Appealable Order? Is My Appeal Timely? Limited To The Record. Like everyone and everything in life, the judicial system isn’t perfect. Mistakes are made. Sometimes, these mistakes can result in an improper verdict or decision. Fortunately, our judicial system provides individuals with the opportunity to appeal certain rulings or decisions believed to be wrongly decided. Whether an…
“I want to appeal!” is a statement we hear often. However, many individual’s knowledge of appeals is very limited. This is understanding, as the appeals process can be a long and confusing one, even for attorneys. Whether it be an appeal of a custody order or a criminal conviction, having a basic understanding of appeals will go a long way…
Like everyone and everything in life, the judicial system isn’t perfect. Mistakes are made. Sometimes, these mistakes can result in an improper verdict or decision. Divorce proceedings are no different. Fortunately, our judicial system provides individuals with the opportunity to appeal certain rulings or decisions believed to be wrongly decided. But what all can be appealed in divorce proceedings? Can…
The law is slow to change because individuals and businesses make most every decision about current life based on certain legal understandings. For instance, you can obtain a cell phone simply by signing the contract and leave the store with a new service. Most all of us have done it. However, if contract law was not stable across the state,…
Indiana provides parties involved in legal disputes, whether it be criminal or civil in nature, with the opportunity to appeal the outcome of the case, albeit, with some exceptions. While the right to appeal is often cherished by those who receive a negative decision or judgment at the trial court level, this right tends to cause quite a headache for…