To say that child custody disputes in Indianapolis can become contentious may be a gross understatement. Oftentimes, the love that divorcing parents have for their children may be matched only by the negative emotions they feel towards each other. The hope is that...
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Tax changes for alimony to begin soon
For many couples in Indiana who get divorced, one person may end up paying spousal support to the other one for some period of time. Despite many social changes in the United States, the person ordered to pay alimony is most frequently the husband as he is often the...
A modification can help you spend more time with your kids
Many fathers, both those who have divorced their spouse and those who never marry the mother of their children, make the mistake of believing that child custody terms are final and permanent. In reality, family situations change quickly, and the courts are flexible...
Why are more dads receiving custody of kids?
Whether you are a single father or are currently going through the divorce process, you may feel overwhelmed and emotional when dealing with the separation. Going through a divorce involving children can be complicated, especially when it comes to determining who will...
Can you help your grandchildren despite your child’s divorce
When divorce is brought up, your immediate thoughts may turn to the separating couple and their children and all of the challenges they face in their changing future. However, divorce can have a genuine effect on you as a grandparent, as well as the relationship...
What is malicious parent syndrome and how can you recognize it?
Divorcing your spouse in Indiana is a stressful process, especially if you have children. If your ex-spouse engages in behavior intended to harm your relationship with your children and/or your reputation in the community, it can quickly become a nightmare scenario in...
Can grandparents gain custody of their grandchildren?
As grandparents in Indiana, there are numerous reasons as to why you might want legal custody of your grandchild. Perhaps the child's parents are incapable of caring for them. Maybe one or both parents are in jail. Here are some of the requirements that you must meet...
Sometimes, Indiana grandparents must step up and adopt grandkids
In many ways, modern families often seem more complicated than traditional nuclear families. Couples don't feel compelled to marry just because they want to have children or buy a house anymore. With both parents working, grandparents, aunts and uncles, or even older...
The importance of dads in kids’ well-being
Society today seems to be growing in its understanding of the importance of fathers in their children's lives. No longer are moms seen as the only important parent for kids. Yet, there are still some gaps when it comes to understanding exactly how and why dads may...
What if I don’t agree with how my ex spends child support?
Life can be challenging for divorced parents, whether they are the custodial parent or the one who sees the kids on the weekends. As the parent who pays child support, you understand that your ex-spouse has difficulty making ends meet, but money can be tight for you...