You can find different divorce trends in the United States, and one that has been seen in recent years is the rise of gray divorce. Loosely defined, this means couples who are generally in their 50s or 60s. The divorce rate has been going up for couples who are over...
It is standard practice in most cultures around the globe for parents to have authority over their children and a right to manage their upbringing. In the United States, parents acquire those rights when the state acknowledges their parentage of a child. Mothers have...
Divorce is one of the most difficult decisions a couple can make. Many parents choose to delay the process because they believe staying together is better for their children. While this decision often comes from a place of love and protection, postponing divorce may...
People who go through a divorce often look forward to the day when they don’t have to deal with their ex. Unfortunately, that day is likely far off if you share children with your ex. Communication will still be consistent while you raise the children. It’s not...
People often panic after police officers arrest them. Some people try to talk their way out of the situation. Others may make mistakes in the hours after an arrest that significantly limit their options for fighting their pending charges. Innocent people sometimes end...
Child support exists to help ensure that children enjoy a baseline standard of living. The courts consider factors including the income of both parents, the unique needs of the children and the division of parenting time when ordering financial support. The recipient...
Dissipation of assets can become a serious concern during divorce. Essentially, dissipation can occur when one spouse tries to spend, hide or waste marital property before it can be divided fairly. If you and your spouse are going your separate ways, guarding against...
When your child says they want to live with you or with your ex-spouse, it can trigger strong emotions. You might feel relief, concern or uncertainty. For many divorced parents, it raises one pressing question: Does that preference matter in an Indiana custody case?...
Ideally, both of a child’s parents work together to help ensure their children’s emotional and physical well-being. However, the reality can be far more complicated. Some co-parents might have been neglectful or uninvolved during the marriage. Yet, they may suddenly...
Dividing property in a divorce can be a stressful experience, especially when it comes to finances. One important step in this process is asset disclosure. In Indiana, both spouses must fully disclose what they own and owe. This ensures that property division is fair...
