Greenfield, Indiana, Legal Blog
Keys to successful co-parenting
Thousands of marriages across Indiana and the United States end in divorce every year. Plenty of these marriages have children involved, and in the aftermath of the divorce, co-parenting is necessary. In a perfect world, all divorced couples would be able to co-parent...
Where is your spouse hiding assets?
During the divorce process, dividing your assets and debt can very challenging and stressful. Unfortunately, some people are so determined to avoid fair property division that they resort to hiding assets. Though it is improper to hide one's assets, that doesn't stop...
More drivers are testing positive for drugs compared to alcohol
At Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP, we understand how seriously Indiana views offenses for driving under the influence or operating a vehicle while intoxicated. A DUI or OWI conviction could affect your job and your future. While some non-alcoholic substances in your...
Understanding dog bite cases
Living in Indiana means you may encounter many different breeds of dogs. While all are capable of biting, a new report from the American Animal Hospital Association shows that some breeds, such as pit bulls and German shepherds, are more likely to bite and leave you...
How complex are special needs trusts?
Many Indiana parents with special needs children worry about the future of their loved ones. One way parents address their concerns is to create a special needs trust that can provide for their children years into the future. But setting up a special needs trust is...
Can social media hurt your personal injury claim?
Social media is a convenient and useful communication tool. Unfortunately, it can also be a problem for those in the middle of a personal injury claim because social media content can be considered a form of evidence. While you can use social media to strengthen your...
Are parenting coordinators appointed in cases involving domestic violence ?
Divorce and custody battles can be brutal in Indiana. When there is conflict between parties, a parent coordinator may be appointed. What happens in domestic violence cases? Courts may still appoint coordinators in domestic violence cases. Under Indiana law, a parent...
Robbery convictions require force, threat or intimidation proof
Indiana has two types of robbery charges. When a defendant’s charge is taking property from another through the use of force, fear or intimidation, Indiana classifies the robbery as a Level 5 felony. Upon conviction, punishment may include a fine of up to $10,000 and...
When your co-parent ignores the custody agreement
After divorce with children, the custody order is the cornerstone of your co-parenting relationship. But what happens when one parent disregards the court order and consistently misses visitation, arrives late for transfers or limits contact with the other parent...
Avoid these common mistakes when serving as executor
If a family member has named you as the executor to his or her estate, you are responsible for gathering the estate's assets, paying debts and distributing property to beneficiaries. Unfortunately, errors in this process can result in significant time and expense....
