Teenage drivers often receive a lot of bad attention for being reckless or terrible drivers. They have less experience behind the wheel and are new to the experience, so it makes sense they may not be as capable as older drivers. However, are they really more at risk...
Southern Indiana Law Blog
Finding a new partner after divorce as a parent
If your marriage recently ended and you want to find a new partner, or you have uncertainty about your dating life after divorce, it is imperative to focus on the well-being of your children. When it comes to life after divorce, parents have many factors to consider,...
How do you share custody of an infant?
Sharing custody of an infant may seem difficult when you are not the custodial parent. The State of Indiana lays out guidelines for this parenting time that you need to follow. According to the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines, it is important for both parents to...
Does a drunk driving conviction affect college financial aid?
Even if you try not to drink and drive, you may eventually find yourself sitting beside the road after a night on the town. While there is nothing inherently wrong with enjoying booze with your buddies, an OWI conviction may lead to significant legal penalties. As you...
3 potential causes of IID false positives
All 50 states have laws on the books encouraging, and sometimes requiring, the use of ignition interlock devices by those convicted of drunk driving. These devices work by analyzing a breath sample and preventing one from starting the car if one's blood alcohol...
Can I force someone to take a paternity test?
When you birth a child as part of a married couple, the law automatically assumes that your husband is the father. If you have a child out of wedlock, however, the father may deny or be uncertain of his paternity. In these instances, you may wish to have him take a...
What does vocational counseling help with after a TBI?
Surviving a traumatic accident can impact your life in many ways including your relationships, your personality and your career. Acclimating to a TBI and learning about how to manage your injuries will look different depending on the severity of your accident and...
Valuing your family business for your divorce
Splitting an Indiana family business makes the task of dividing marital assets more complex than a routine divorce, especially if you use one method and your spouse uses another. Having a formal valuation by an impartial third party may help assign a value acceptable...
Truck driver hours-of-service regulations explained
The many semi-trucks and tractor-trailers you see traveling on Indiana's roads and highways may seem intimidating. Any fears you may have of them are likely balanced out, however, by the knowledge that those driving them are typically highly skilled. Is for this very...
Financial aid for college after a drug conviction
Certain types of legal trouble may impact your college student’s financial aid eligibility, putting an end to your son or daughter’s ability to use federal financial aid for a year or longer. Per Federal Student Aid, an Office of the U.S. Department of Education, any...


