People with debt problems often think that their tax debt will never be forgiven in bankruptcy proceedings, but this is not true. Some types of taxes cannot be forgiven, but others can be discharged under certain circumstances.  Not all tax debt is treated the same way Under the Bankruptcy Code, there are various types of...

One of the most heated legal controversies in family law is the issue of custody and visitation rights. It falls on Indiana courts to find an appropriate balance between the parents’ right to raise their children and the primary interest of safeguarding the best interests of the child.  Background of the case This case was...

While owning a small business can be lucrative, it can also be financially burdensome for both the business and the owner. There are many small business owners who depend on their personal credit cards, personal guarantees, and even personal loans from banks to finance their Indiana business. When their debt becomes too burdensome, personal bankruptcy...

Wage garnishment can be particularly stressful for Indiana citizens who are already having trouble managing their payments. Once a creditor gets a court order, they can actually go after money that the debtor receives as part of their paycheck. This can make paying for things like rent or groceries extremely hard. However, there may be...

One of the largest myths surrounding bankruptcy is that if you declare bankruptcy, it will result in the loss of all your possessions. Individuals who want to avoid declaring bankruptcy do so out of the fear of having to give up their house, car, other personal items, or even their pension. However, under bankruptcy law,...

Unexpected medical expenses result in more bankruptcies in the United States than in any other First World country in the world. Unexpected illnesses or injuries that require surgery or any other form of medical attention can cause an individual ot incur extremely high debts. Even individuals who have health insurance can face difficulties meeting deductibles...

Custody cases are usually concerned not only with the best interests of the child but with fairness within the judicial process itself. The following is a review of a real Indiana family law case brought before the Indiana Court of Appeals. This case is a good illustration of the consequences that can be expected from...

Custody and visitation disputes are among the most emotional cases encountered in family law. Indiana courts have to ensure that the rights of parents are weighed against the primary obligation to safeguard the welfare of the child.  Case in Point  In a recent Indiana case, unmarried parents of a minor child disagreed on how to...

For many Indiana citizens, wage garnishment can worsen an already difficult financial situation. When a portion of your salary is taken to pay a debt, it becomes harder for your family to afford necessities such as rent, utilities, and food. Bankruptcy can come to the rescue in such cases, providing a needed lifeline to financial...

Custody modifications do not come to an end after the first court order is made. With changing situations, one or even both parents may find it necessary to seek modification of the custody order to suit the needs of the child. Below, we discuss a real Indiana family law case dealing with a custody modification....