If a person is unable to pay their debts, they may benefit from a process called debt negotiation, also sometimes called a debt settlement. With debt negotiation, the debtor settles with the creditor to pay a portion of the debt. If the debtor pays the agreed amount,...
As readers of this blog know, estate planning is vitally important to both you and those you leave behind when you pass. This is of particular importance to you minor and disabled children because you will need to incorporate a guardianship. Otherwise, their care will...
According to many indicators, the economy is doing well in Indiana and nationwide. Unemployment is at historic lows. Inflation has slowed. Some economists who had predicted a recession have revised their forecasts and found no such danger on the near horizon....
Whether you have acquired many assets over time or fewer assets because you are younger, it is still important for you to have an estate plan so that your legacy is protected and so your loved ones are taken care of after you are no longer here. You may be healthy but...
If you are a same-sex parent in Indianapolis, Indiana, you may wonder how to protect your parental rights over your child. Parental rights are important because they give you the legal authority to make decisions about your child’s welfare, education, health care and...
Marriage is an institution that not everyone wants to be a part of, but it does have certain benefits. If you have someone you consider to be your life partner, but you do not want to consider marriage, there are other options. One option is a cohabitation or domestic...
Grandparents can offer stability and love to their grandchildren. They can also support their grandchildren in their social, emotional and cultural development. Sometimes, there are situations where a grandparent may want to seek custody of their grandchildren or...
If you are a parent who is going through a divorce or separation, you may be wondering how child custody is determined in Indiana. This refers to your parental rights and responsibilities. Custody Indiana law recognizes two types of custody: legal custody and physical...
People in Indiana who are facing the prospect of a divorce usually have a wide range of concerns. But, for many people, the impact of a divorce on finances takes precedence. So, how might a divorce impact your financial situation? Well, a recent news article pointed...
If you are a senior citizen living in Indiana and facing financial difficulties, you may wonder if bankruptcy is a viable option for you. Bankruptcy can be a powerful tool to help you get out of debt and start fresh, and you should know that you are not alone, if you...