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Getting divorced can be a long and arduous process for both parties. The decree of dissolution divorces the parties, but still leaves many things left to do. The dissolution is a shift in the relationship between the parties, but not the end of the relationship all together. There is still communication that needs to happen. Sometimes important matters are forgotten…
Sex, lies and scandalous videos of celebrities fill the daily tabloid magazines and go viral on the internet. But what about you? You are not a celebrity, why does what you do in your personal life matter? Sex, lies, and scandalous videos can be very damaging to you if you find yourself embroiled in a hotly contested divorce, custody, or…
With respect to divorce actions and paternity actions, a court must determine which parent or both should have both legal and physical custody of a child, or children. Physical custody involves where the child sleeps the majority of the time (which parent the child is living with primarily and physically with). Legal custody is generally defined as decision-making regarding the…
A recently decided case in Indiana addressed an issue often not considered in divorce proceedings, namely, if one or both of the parties (Husband and/or Wife) have co-signed on a loan, is that a debt of the marriage? First, a co-signer is generally not liable until the borrower actually defaults on the loan. This is done as a guarantee to…
The divorce process inherently encompasses many issues, including child support, child custody, parenting time, and property division. Many of our past blog posts have discussed these topics generally, and in great detail. One particular thing that can muddy the waters of a divorce matter is when the parties together, or even just one, owns and runs a small business. It…
Previous blog posts have explored several subparts and nuances of the amended statute on emancipation for purposes of child support1, passed in July, 2012. However, a recent amendment and additional terms have been added to the statute, retroactive to July 1, 2012, which clarify when college expenses can be petitioned for. Recently, the Indiana Court of Appeals addressed a case…
When one spouse files for divorce, there is a lot that needs to happen quickly, and a lot that cannot happen. Sometimes a Husband and Wife talk before divorce is filed, and determine how they will divide custody and parenting time, who will stay in the marital residence, and who will continue to drive what cars, and who will pay…
Extended family, such as grandparents, can play a big role in a child’s life when his or her parents are getting divorced. The love and support of family is important, especially when a child is dealing with the life changes that come when his or her parents separate. Often, one parent will move back in with his or her parents…
Only a few years ago, most communications were face-to-face and in person, secondarily by phone or letter. Most of these allowed time to pass between a thought and transmittal to a third-party. The first two forms of communication were hard to memorialize (i.e., record in audio or video format). This kept ill-conceived statements to a minimum compared to present before…
In family law matters, guardianships are generally discussed as being over children. Guardianships can be appointed over children when the parents are unavailable, unable, or unwilling to care for their children1. These statues also control adult guardianships, as well. Adult guardianships may also become an issue in family law, and there are limitations to how guardians may act on behalf…