July 2024

In understanding the various steps of a divorce, you may be wondering what marital assets will be subject to division under Indiana divorce laws. Marital assets include a variety of property acquired by spouses before the date the dissolution matter is filed. Among other assets, retirement accounts such as 401(k)s, Individual Retirement Accounts (“IRAs”), and pensions may be subject to division in divorce proceedings. How are Retirement Assets Divided in Divorce? In Indiana, if the…

Which came first, the chicken or the egg? The age-old question to life. A close second has to be, “Should I pay the bond or hire a lawyer first?” 😊Honestly, it’s a question we get quite often at our office. At first blush, your first reaction might be to say bond should be paid first, obviously. After all, getting a loved one out of jail quickly is a priority, right? Not necessarily. Below is a…

When you’re dealing with the aftermath of a personal injury, the thought of going to court can add to the stress. Understanding whether you need to appear in court for your personal injury case can help ease some of that anxiety.  Here, we’ll explore the circumstances that might lead you to court and what alternatives you might have. Settlements: The Common Outcome The vast majority of personal injury cases are resolved through settlements rather than…

The Federal and Indiana Constitutions guarantee the right to an impartial jury for anyone accused of committing a crime.  The right to have an impartial jury, consisting of individuals within the community to decide guilt or innocence in a criminal trial, is one of the most sacred rights in the United States.  This blog will shed light on who is eligible to serve on a jury, and how a jury is ultimately selected to hear…