Vice President Kamala Harris recently made her first trip to the U.S.-Mexico border since taking office in January. During the half-day tour of El Paso, Texas, immigration facilities, Harris gave an address. She spoke about the purpose of her trip and the role of the Biden administration in improving the American immigration situation. Shet said...
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Competitive real estate market forces Central Indiana homebuyers to get creative
The good news: The real estate market in Central Indiana is unlike anything in recent memory. The bad news: The real estate market in Central Indiana is unlike anything in recent memory. Here's what local homebuyers need to know. A market in its own pandemic The pandemic has changed the way buyers and sellers operate...
Read MoreDo women face higher risk of injury in car crashes?
A study finds women suffer more serious injuries than men in car accidents. Why is that the case? To understand what's behind the trend, you need to consider the type of vehicle they choose. Research by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reveals that women are more likely to drive smaller, lighter vehicles than men....
Read MoreChild custody common questions and answers
In Indiana, child custody is based on the best interests of the child, and the court decides which parent is best fit to care for a child. Navigating a child custody case can be confusing for many people. That’s why our Indiana lawyers have provided answers to some of the most commonly asked questions pertaining...
Read More5 common errors to avoid when divvying up assets during a divorce
There are very few assets you own individually when you're married. Most assets and property are shared between you and your spouse. But what happens to those assets once you and your spouse decide to get a divorce? The short answer is, they become divided between you and your spouse. The process is much more...
Read MoreSpousal maintenance and alimony in Indiana explained
If you were recently divorced or plan on getting divorced, you may be obligated to pay a certain amount of money to your ex-spouse. In Indiana, this is referred to as "spousal maintenance." It's also known as alimony in many other states. The purpose of spousal maintenance is to allow your ex-spouse to maintain the...
Read MoreShould I include digital assets in my estate plan?
If you haven't already done so, creating a will or trust is a great way to develop a long-term financial plan. An estate plan can go well beyond houses, cars, and other physical assets. In fact, many assets in today's world have become digital. If you're wondering whether or not digital assets can and should...
Read MoreChild custody mediation tips to win your case
Experienced Indianapolis child custody attorneys explain what you need to know Child custody cases often bring up many complicated legal issues for everyone involved. And because such cases involve who will be responsible for taking care of and raising children, such cases can often become very emotional and complicated for both parents. That’s why it’s...
Read MoreWhat happens to my money during a divorce?
Stress, anxiety and fear undermine many marriages. This is even more true today, with troubled couples navigating their way through the coronavirus pandemic. If your marriage was rocky before, the virus may push you and your spouse closer to divorce. If that is the case, you have many questions. None is bigger than the fiscal...
Read MoreThe U.S. Supreme Court rules in favor of DACA program
In 2017, the Trump administration rescinded the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program, which is an immigration policy that makes non-citizen immigrants without criminal records eligible for a renewable two-year period of deferred action from deportation. On June 18, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the Trump administration's decision unlawful. Thus, the DACA program was...
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