You feel fine while you’re drinking, but the moment you step outside, the air hits you, and you realize you are too intoxicated to drive home. It probably makes sense for you to take a nap in your car while you sober up. Law enforcement would disagree. What is “actual...
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Can your ex take your child out of state?
When parents separate, travel and relocation can be key issues. One common question is whether one parent can take a child out of state if they have shared custody. Indiana law has clear rules for both short trips and permanent moves. Below are some important factors...
4 elements make up negligence in personal injury claims
Negligence is a fundamental aspect of all personal injury cases. To hold someone legally responsible, the injured person usually needs to prove that negligence occurred. Proving negligence involves showing that certain legal elements are present. Below are the four...
Driving distracted extends beyond phone use
Using a cellphone in the car is certainly a form of distracted driving, and it’s one of the most common ones you’ll see all across America. People use their phones to stream music or access a GPS app. Others will make phone calls or text and drive, even when it’s...
When should you explore custody modification?
Life doesn’t stay the same, and sometimes, neither should your custody order. If your current arrangement no longer works for your child’s best interests, Indiana law allows you to ask the court for a change. But not every change in circumstance justifies a custody...
What is “due process” and who is entitled to it?
If you follow the news, you’ve probably seen or read more than a few stories about “due process” lately. You may know roughly that it means Americans can’t just be picked up by law enforcement and kept in prison. There’s a whole process with numerous requirements that...
3 things that can lead to a DUI charge
You probably know that if you're caught weaving all over the road, slurring your words and smelling of alcohol that you're likely to end up facing a drunk driving charge -- so you're careful not to make those kinds of mistakes. But, do you know that's not the only way...
You can settle a car accident claim without going to court
You’re not alone if you’re worried that getting fair compensation after a car accident means going to court. Most people think they’ll have to face a long, stressful court trial to recover what they're owed. It’s not necessarily the case. Most car accident claims are...
What happens after an arrest in Indiana?
Being arrested in Indiana can be a stressful and confusing experience, but understanding the process helps you feel more in control. After an arrest, several key stages determine the outcome of your case. Knowing what to expect and how each step affects your future...
Can a child cause a divorce?
If you ask divorcing parents if their child is to blame, then they will undoubtedly say of course not. It would make no sense to them to suggest this be the case. If, however, you ask children of divorcing parents whether they think they caused their parents' divorce,...