How to Modify a Child Custody Order in Indiana
If one thing remains the same, it is that circumstances change, and an agreement you entered into last year might no longer meet your needs this year. For that reason, child custody arrangements can be modified in Indiana. If either parent has recently experienced major financial changes, found a new job, moved, or your child...
What is the Difference Between Debt Consolidation and Bankruptcy?
Managing debt can be a daunting task, especially today when prices continue to rise, and money doesn’t go as far as it once did. Two common ways to tackle crippling debt are with a debt consolidation loan and bankruptcy. Each method provides unique benefits and drawbacks. Understanding the difference between them can help an individual...
Is Indiana a No-Fault Divorce State?
There are two types of states when it comes to family law in the U.S. Those are states that only permit no-fault grounds and states that permit both fault-based and no-fault grounds. Indiana allows for both fault-based and no-fault grounds for divorce but only permits fault-based grounds on two conditions. Danville, IN, divorce lawyer Chris...
How Do Undisclosed Assets Affect an Indiana Divorce?
During the divorce process, the estates of both parties are lumped into one estate and then divided according to the process of equitable distribution. Equitable distribution means that the courts don’t have to divide the marital estate in half as they do in community property states. The courts can favor one spouse with more of...
What Property is Subject to Division in an Indiana Divorce?
In the majority of states, the marital estate is created from the day you marry until the day one spouse dies or the couple divorces. That is not how it works in Indiana, however. All property, even property that was brought into the marriage before the marriage took place, is considered part of the marital...
What Factors Does the Court Consider in Parent Relocation Cases?
When a custodial parent (the parent with whom the child usually resides) decides to move, they must notify both the non-custodial parent and the court. The non-custodial parent can file an objection to the move. This is especially important in cases in which they would not be able to see their child on a regular...
Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in Indiana?
To answer this question thoroughly, you must understand how Indiana law works when it comes to OWI/DUI law. While it is true that you can refuse a breath test in Indiana, it is not always the best choice. Under Indiana Code 9-30-6-1, anyone “who operates a vehicle impliedly consents to submit to the chemical test...
Which Chapter of Bankruptcy is Right for You?
Generally speaking, individuals can file for bankruptcy under either Chapter 13 or Chapter 7. In rare cases, an individual may be forced to file under Chapter 11, but that is exceedingly rare. Danville bankruptcy attorney Chris Arrington will discuss the key differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 and when you might want to file...
How is a Chapter 13 Repayment Plan Calculated in Indiana?
Chapter 13 is a type of bankruptcy that allows an individual debtor to make monthly or biweekly payments to the bankruptcy trustee to repay some of their creditors. Generally speaking, you don’t have to repay all the debts you owe. To file under Chapter 13, you need to present a repayment plan to the court....
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Repayment Plans
If you have regular income and need to file for bankruptcy, Chapter 13 offers a different approach to Chapter 7. Also known as the “wage earners plan,” Chapter 13 allows you to repay some of your debts according to a scheduled payment plan. You will make regular monthly or biweekly payments to the bankruptcy trustee...