If you suspect that you have fathered a child but the child’s mother is unwilling to allow you to establish paternity, this is a difficult situation to be in. There can be many reasons why a child’s mother would want to restrict someone from proving that they are the biological father of their child. Still,...

Not every marriage is going to work out forever. While divorce is not ever the intended result of a marriage, it does happen and with some frequency. Still, when it comes to providing a reason for divorce, most of the time, the majority of divorce cases come about because of situations that are so irreparable...

Everyone reacts to divorce differently. Thinking about how life will be once a divorce is finalized can feel daunting for some, while others relish the idea of newfound freedom. Each person’s circumstances are unique and will weigh heavily when figuring out when to put yourself back out there. Individuals who have been married for many...

In 2019, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that there were 2,015,603 marriages in the United States. That year, 746,971 marriages were annulled or ended in divorce. Marriage is not always “until death does a couple part.” Sometimes, a union is not meant to last, and the relationship will run its course and...

When you have your first meeting with a divorce attorney scheduled, being prepared will help you fulfill your objectives, give you helpful information about the divorce process, and have your important questions answered. Thinking about your goals and your current situation beforehand can help you better disclose your specific position and assist your lawyer in...

The ultimate goal when a couple who has children splits is to be able to co-parent effectively and cordially, in the best interests of the children. Even in cases in which both parties want this to be a reality, a co-parenting relationship can be highly emotional and may not always work out perfectly.  For one,...

Halloween and the fall activities that come along with it kick off the busy holiday season. Not long after Halloween, Thanksgiving comes, and then Christmas is just around the corner. While there are plenty of exciting activities and get-togethers on the horizon, the holiday season can get overwhelming quickly. For divorced parents or couples that...

Zombie mortgages or zombie foreclosure can have devastating consequences for individuals who believe they have had their mortgage written off after the conclusion of a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you had a second mortgage and you believed you were relieved of it through bankruptcy, this may not be the case. And after a long while,...

If you are receiving unemployment benefits during the same time you are going through a bankruptcy, you may be confused at how your benefits will be affected, and rightfully so. When a person declares bankruptcy, they are not in a good financial situation and are working toward finding a way to start over. It would...

Are you headed for divorce in Indiana and wondering how your property and your debt will be split between you and your ex? If so, you would not be the first spouse to be concerned about these issues. In fact, there are some couples that avoid divorce strictly because of the financials.  Dividing property can...