In popular culture, "prenups" are usually associated with the rich and famous, but in real life, they're becoming more common among ordinary people, especially among younger people. The New Yorker reported last year that nearly 40% of married and engaged Americans between 18 and 34 have signed a prenuptial agreement. It seems that many, including...
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Navigating Real Estate Transactions: Understanding Common Legal Issues
Hiring a real estate attorney can be beneficial for many reasons. Real estate transactions are complex and involve multiple stakeholders, including buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and lenders. Buying or selling a property can be a tremendous step forward, but it can also be fraught with potential legal pitfalls. Having an experienced real estate attorney...
Read MoreHow Does Child Custody Work in Indiana After Divorce?
Establishing child custody and visitation rights can be a complex and emotional process For parents going through a divorce or separation, questions about child custody and visitation rights can be very difficult to manage. Fortunately, Indiana courts have set procedures in place for handling these issues. Generally, judges are required to make their decisions on...
Read MoreDoes Buying Children Gifts Count as Child Support in Indiana?
Indianapolis child support lawyers explain how the system works. Many divorce agreements in Indiana require one parent to pay child support to the other parent. But what happens if the parent who is supposed to pay child support gives a gift to the child instead? Does that count as child support in Indiana? And does...
Read MoreWhat Does A Real Estate Attorney Do?
Buying or selling a property in Indiana can be a very complicated and expensive process, whether it's a commercial real estate transaction or one involving a home, condominium, or residential property. This is why many people and businesses hire a real estate lawyer to help in such situations. But what does a real estate attorney...
Read MoreWhat Is a Quiet Title Action?
Indianapolis real estate title lawyer explains how the system works in Indiana If you are planning to buy or sell a property in Indiana, you may want to consider a quiet title action before completing the real estate transaction. So what is a quiet title? What are the benefits of this legal process? And how...
Read MoreCommon Divorce Myths Debunked
Like many things, people aren't afraid to share their opinions on divorce. Unfortunately, they may make these opinions based on what they hear, read, or watch without the experience of going through a divorce of their own. If you're considering divorce, it's common to have many questions. It may be hard to separate what's true...
Read MoreCommon Injuries From Being Rear-Ended
One of the most common accidents on Indiana roadways is when someone rear-ends another driver. Rear-end accidents are serious but are often downplayed by insurance companies as "fender benders" or "minor" crashes. However, there is no such thing as a "minor" car accident that results in injuries. Crash tests show that a collision at under...
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About 'Gray Divorce'
Make sure your rights are protected during this transition. In Indiana and nationwide, "gray divorce" — that is, splitting up after age 50 — is on the rise. According to divorce experts, there are three main reasons for this trend: Many couples who had children later in life now have an "empty nest" for the...
Read MoreCo-Parenting Tips for Divorced Parents
When it comes to divorce, you and your ex-spouse will face many changes. It can be challenging, even more so when children are involved. However, effective co-parenting allows your children to have that sense of stability and the privilege of being close with their parents. It can be difficult and take a lot of work,...
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