The Role of Plea Bargaining in the Criminal Justice System
Once a defendant is charged with a crime, some people think a long and dramatic trial will follow, much like those portrayed on crime television dramas. A highly reputable criminal defense attorney will go up against a prosecutor, and both will deliver Emmy-worthy court performances, complete with the admissibility of newly discovered evidence that will...
Picking Up the Pieces of Your Life Post-Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy is a traumatic experience that can leave many people with little hope for their future. Yet once all of the necessary paperwork is filed, victims of bankruptcy can actually breathe a sigh of relief. The initial shock of partaking in the bankruptcy process can be harrowing, mainly due to the constant reminder of...
Celebrity Divorces
In our day and age, divorce has become prevalent – and when celebrities are involved it becomes instant news. It is no surprise that once a person is deemed as a celebrity that they are revered as a public figure, and almost all of their actions become public knowledge. Whether it is from the army...
Underage Drinking and Driving
With summer coming to a close in the Midwest, school-bound children in Indiana are desperately trying to take advantage of their last few weeks of summer vacation. Whether kids are home from college or just enjoying a summer off from high school, barbecues, bonfires and backyard parties will be prevalent in the next few weeks....
Fathers Face Challenges when Seeking Custody
We live in a world where women are gaining equality in wages, jobs and overall success. It’s hard to imagine that there was a time where women didn’t have the right to vote, leave alone hold a job in a male oriented career. Women used to be expected to stay at home and take of...
Spousal Maintenance in Indiana
Before officially filing for divorce, there are a multitude of factors a spouse should consider. Ending a marriage with a person whom you have loved dearly for at least some point in your life is not easy. Even if both of you agree that it is time to part ways and move on with your...
The Importance of Adequate Parenting Time
When a couple makes the decision to divorce, it can result in a tumultuous experience laden with multiple ups and downs. However, when the couple has children it can be even harder on the family. One of the biggest reasons why couples postpone moving forward with a divorce is because they fear it will have...
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Basics
Bankruptcy can be an overwhelming and traumatic process, resulting in significant heartache. However, it can also give you the fresh start you need while eliminating your financial burdens. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is commonly referred to as “liquidation” where some of your assets are sold to pay creditors. Some assets may be exempt to creditors...
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests for OWIs in Indiana
You may have seen it on TV or have been unlucky enough to experience what happens when a person gets pulled over and is suspected of drinking and driving. In Indiana, the charge for driving under the influence is called “Operating a vehicle while intoxicated” (OWI). A police officer usually administers a series of tests...
Legal Custody vs. Physical Custody in Indiana: What’s the Difference?
Divorce is often one of the most difficult things a couple must endure during the end of a relationship. Distributing assets and property can become combative and be anything but amicable. However, one of the most harrowing aspects of a divorce has to be determining child custody. Parents often times neglect to file for a...