Indiana took a huge leap to encourage independence for disabled adults when InvestABLE Indiana was opened to the public on July 28, 2017. This state program makes it possible to set aside funds for disabled Hoosiers without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits. In the past, disabled individuals had limited means to accumulate resources/funds to…
Indiana amended its domestic violence laws this year to include pets in protective orders. Animal cruelty has been against the law for quite some time, but those laws didn’t always protect domestic violence victims and their beloved family pets. Advocates for domestic violence victims report that abusers often hurt or threaten to hurt the family…
Collaborative Divorce is a good option for couples where both clients are committed to cooperative problem solving. It uses a team approach from the outset and is focused on planning for life after marriage. A Collaborative Divorce begins with each spouse hiring an attorney who is a trained Collaborative Professional. Both parties and their…
In Indiana, the court has to determine legal custody, physical custody, and the parenting time schedule. Legal Custody Legal custody governs decision-making power. Most parents who are not together have joint legal custody. That requires the parents to communicate and reach agreement on major issues affecting the child’s health, education, and religions. Examples of major issues:…
