Requesting a prenuptial agreement could be contentious. However, for Indiana couples whose marriage ends in divorce, it can serve as a protective device. This is especially true when a business is involved. If there is a business in dispute, the prenuptial agreement...
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Self protection is important at the end of a marriage
The end of your marriage is a very personal experience. Yet, some people find themselves comparing their divorce with the ones of others. You must focus on what's best for your situation so that you aren't falling into the temptation of making decisions based on what...
Financial concerns should be addressed in an Indiana divorce
Residents who are considering divorce do not do so lightly. It is a major life decision for which people should be fully prepared. Finances are a common concern. Well after a divorce has been finalized, many people are still experiencing financial struggles because of...
Divorce filings tend to spike in the New Year
Divorce can happen at any time of year, but Indiana residents and people across the nation should pay attention to statistical trends that might affect their situation. For many couples, the holidays are stressful and after the New Year, some will decide that they...
What should I know about child medical support in a divorce?
During an Indiana divorce, there are certain guidelines the court will use to determine how much child support will be paid to the custodial parent. Various factors are considered in this context and medical support is one of the most important. Children need to be...
What is a bifurcation in an Indiana divorce?
There are many aspects of an Indiana divorce and people who are in the middle of such an upheaval are not expected to immediately understand all of them. While some cases are contentious, others are relatively amicable. Many fall somewhere in between. If the couple...
Certain questions should be asked before getting a divorce
Marriage is not always easy. It takes work to forge a successful union and, unfortunately, it does not always work out. Before Indianans make the decision to end a marriage, however, it is important to consider what the problems are, whether every option has been...
When getting a divorce, what must be in the petition?
An Indiana divorce can be stressful emotionally, personally and financially. As the decision to end a marriage is made and people are in the middle of preparing for an uncertain future, it is easy to forget about the basics for a legal petition to dissolve a marriage....
Are written agreements possible in an Indiana divorce?
While the concept of ending a marriage in Indiana is generally viewed as one in which there are constant disputes over a wide range of issues, it does not necessarily need to be that way in every case. Adversarial divorces can be complex. Sometimes it is unavoidable...
Important points about an Indiana divorce decree
Indianans who have made the decision to divorce will have many questions and concerns about the process. While these issues will often be related to support, property division and custody of children, it is also important to remember how the process will go as the...
