Southern Indiana Law Blog

Parents' divorce can cause stress in kids

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in family law on Friday, June 14, 2019.

Children who have parents who are divorcing might begin to feel stress. This isn't a good situation for the children because they might not be able to cope with it productively. As their parent, it is your job to help them work through the emotions that come with the end of the marriage. There are many options that you have for doing this, so you have to figure out what is going to work for your children.

Stress can manifest in a variety of ways in kids. One of the more common ways is through physical symptoms. Some children might have headaches or complain of stomach pain. Changes in their appetite or sleep habits can also occur. Some kids might start to wet the bed even though they have been potty-trained already.

Defense strategy planning must encompass various points

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in criminal defense on Friday, May 31, 2019.

Criminal charges can't be ignored because they aren't going to go away. Eventually, you will have to face them. If you have recently found out that you are facing charges, now is the time to start working on your defense strategy.

There are many factors to consider when you are trying to put a defense together. It is important that you consider each option and how it will impact your life right now -- as well as into the future.

Signs your marriage is headed toward divorce

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in family law on Friday, May 17, 2019.

When you think that your marriage is over, figuring it out for sure becomes a priority. One thing that you don't want to do is try to stick it out when it isn't going to work. There are some signs that you can look for that might signal the need to just cut your losses and move on with life.

One huge sign is if you are being treated in a disrespectful manner. Part of being in a marriage is having mutual respect for each other. When this isn't happening, it is possible that your ex will continue to become more and more disrespectful and mean.

Pedestrians can face serious injuries when they are hit

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in personal injury on Friday, May 3, 2019.

Many things can lead to a pedestrian being involved in an accident with a motor vehicle. In almost all of these incidents, the person who was walking will need to have emergency medical care to address the injuries they suffer. This can be costly, and the person may be admitted into the hospital for a considerable amount of time. We understand that this changes your life in a major way, but you might have an option for reducing the financial impact the accident has on you.

If the accident was caused by the other driver's negligence, you might choose to seek compensation for the wreck. This is done through the civil court system and enables you to hold the driver financially accountable for the damages you suffered.

Set positive standards for your co-parenting relationship

On behalf of Fifer Law Office on Thursday, April 25, 2019.

Co-parenting arrangements have to be handled on a case-by-case basis with the approval of both parents. When either parent isn't willing to negotiate and work with the other one, the situation can become more stressful than helpful. What starts out as a positive relationship may devolve into negativity. How you address these conflicts can determine how things go from there.

It is usually best to try to keep things positive when you are co-parenting. While you will have to work at this, you will eventually see that your efforts aren't in vain.

Documentation is necessary for international travel with children

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in family law on Friday, April 19, 2019.

If you have a child custody agreement for your children, you will have to plan carefully for travel if you are going to an international destination. One consideration here is that if both parents aren't traveling with the child, you will need permission from the absent parent to leave the country with the child. This must be in written form.

You will likely need to have a passport for the child. The only exception to this is if the child is traveling with a school, religious, cultural, sports or social group into Mexico or Canada. In that case, there are other requirements that the organization will have to meet.

Important considerations when you develop a criminal defense

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in criminal defense on Friday, April 5, 2019.

Your criminal defense can include many elements, but there are some that might be more beneficial than others. What many defendants don't realize is that they have to take the circumstances of their case into account when they are trying to figure out what they are going to do about their defense strategy. What worked for someone else won't necessarily work for you unless everything about the two cases is identical.

There are two areas that you need to look into when you are trying to figure out what to do. One of these is whether you have a suitable alibi or not. The alibi has to be factual, and you have to be able to prove it. Claiming that you were with your parent might not be feasible unless there is something that shows you were actually there. Jurors might be wary to believe someone who is that close to you and may not accept the statement.

Constant co-parenting conflicts may require boundaries to be set

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in family law on Friday, March 22, 2019.

Sometimes divorce brings out the worst in people. When this is the case, child custody matters can be very challenging. It is imperative that you find ways to set clear boundaries if you have a co-parent who creates constant co-parenting conflicts.

One of the most important things that all parents must remember is that their children are watching them closely. By setting boundaries, you provide a clear example of what is appropriate to do in these situations. It shows them that they can be in control of what they are willing to deal with when they are adults.

Monetary damages can be costly after a car wreck

On behalf of Fifer Law Office posted in personal injury on Thursday, March 7, 2019.

Personal injury cases help victims of accidents caused by negligence, recklessness, or purposeful action to seek compensation for the financial damages they suffer. These damages come in many forms, including the expenses for medical bills, personal care costs and similar costs. We know that it is hard to come up with a figure that accurately represents the financial impact of the accident.

We are here to help you determine what monetary amount to attach to your case. This has many factors that must be considered before we file any paperwork. For example, we need to look at the medical bills you've already gotten, including any co-pays or deductibles you covered. Considering the future medical bills you might incur because of the crash is also necessary. Due to the legal concept of subrogation, we also need to look into what money the insurance company has spent on your behalf.

Working through conflicts with your ex during child custody

On behalf of Fifer Law Office on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.

When you and your ex are trying to work out a parenting plan, there is a chance that you aren't going to agree on everything. Once that main parenting plan is worked out, you might have to work together to come up with decisions about various aspects of the children's life.

Not being able to come to agreements about the children is stressful. Coming up with a plan for how you will handle these matters can mitigate stress while continuing to move toward a resolution.