Grandparents often play a special role in the life of a child. In the past, however, they did not have a right to see their grandchildren under common law. Many states have changed that. Indiana has recognized grandparent visitation rights since 1982. The Indiana law...
Month: May 2020
Be careful what you post on social media
Evidence derived from social media, text messages or email can be admitted as evidence as long as it is relevant and there is evidence showing it is authentic. That means your Facebook posts, Instagram rants, tweets and other electronic communications could be fair...
Is a gender marker change in the child’s best interest?
The Court of Appeals of Indiana, the state's second-highest court, recently decided a case examining the question of whether allowing a minor to change their last name and gender marker on their birth certificate was in the child's best interest. More specifically,...
How do gray divorces differ from others?
Construction work presents challenges, particularly when it comes to workers’ safety. Efforts have been made to prevent injuries, including safety equipment, cutting-edge technology, and in-depth training. Yet, in spite of those advances, an alarming number of...
Crafting a child-focused post-divorce relationship
Custody arrangements can seem overwhelming, especially if parents have gone through a contentious divorce. Angry and hurtful feelings can linger. However, prioritizing your children’s best interests can help you move on. Successful co-parenting isn’t defined as having...
How to break the news of an impending divorce to your kids
One of the most challenging conversations parents ever face is telling their children that they are getting a divorce. No one wants to cause pain for their kids, but it’s vital that they hear the news from you first. Kids typically respond differently to the news,...
Indiana Family Law Case Update: One party in cohabitation relationship entitled to partition of farm
One party to a long-term cohabitation relationship was entitled to the partition of a farm, which the parties acquired as tenants in common during the relationship.
Indiana Family Law Case Update: Parents’ regional cost of living disparities to be considered in child support calculations
When calculating child support, Indiana courts should consider whether one of the parents lives in a location with an unusually different cost of living than Indiana, so held the Indiana Court of Appeals recently.
Indiana Family Law Case Update: Trial court erred in requiring Mother’s adoption consent
Trial court erred when it found that biological Mother’s failure to communicate with her children was justified.
Indiana Family Law Case Update: Indiana Court of Appeals reverses petition for protective order in claim of harassment
Trial court erred when it dismissed a petition for an order of protection without holding an evidentiary hearing, where the petitioner had stated a minimally sufficient claim of harassment.
