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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Indiana on
Q: I own a rental property and my tenants are destroying the property. They are late on the rent every month.

They seem to be struggling with money. I want to evict them but they have children. Is it difficult to evict families? Can I evict them when their lease is up?

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answered on May 17, 2011

You can evict them upon giving them proper notice and filing for eviction. It is not any more legally difficult to evict families then individuals. You can evict them at any time if they are behind in rent and you provide the proper notice.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Indiana on
Q: If apartments advertise as "55 and Better", why can they also allow children
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answered on May 17, 2011

I am not sure what you mean by "55 and Better". However, all of the advertising material and leases would need to be reviewed in order to properly answer your question.

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law for Indiana on
Q: Is there a law against of disposing of blown insulation by burying it
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answered on May 17, 2011

I am unaware of a specific law concerning this issue. However, you should contact the Indiana Department of Environmental Management:

?(317) 232-8603

?(800) 451-6027 (toll free within Indiana)

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Illinois on
Q: I am a sexual assault victim. HELP
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answered on May 17, 2011

If you know who assaulted you, contact an attorney who may be able to file a civil suit on your behalf. You can contact the Illinois Attorney General's Office to seek victims compensation as well as

You can also find help at the websites for the Illinois Coalition Against Sexual...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation for Indiana on
Q: jpmorgan chase & co. case

I got a letter saying i could have a payment coming from my credit card business. So what do i do now?

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answered on May 17, 2011

contact the company or person who sent the letter.

2 Answers | Asked in Collections for Indiana on
Q: How does a person with a judgment get a garnishment done in Indiana?
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answered on May 17, 2011

You will need to file a petition for proceedings supplemental in the same matter in which the judgment was obtained.

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2 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning for Indiana on
Q: There was no will, however the deceased left two minor chidren from first marriage-are they intitled to any assets
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answered on May 17, 2011

Yes they are.

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1 Answer | Asked in Juvenile Law for Indiana on
Q: Is it possible to get a felony expunged in Indiana
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answered on May 17, 2011

No. Sorry I cannot give you better news.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Illinois on
Q: On 3/12/11 my daughter and I slipped and fell on ice leaving a store at a strip mall, I have been dealing with their

Insurance company myself and have only gotten so far as making my statement. My 2 year old will have a scar on her face from the fall. Should I get a lawyer?

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answered on May 17, 2011

Yes, you should hire an attorney. It is unfortunate that you provided a statement. Hopefully, the adjustor did not trick you into saying something that may damage your case. The insurance industry spends millions of dollars training their employees on how to frame questions in a manner where the... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts for Illinois on
Q: Individual not honoring contract to pay up on promise signed. Can I sue?
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answered on May 17, 2011

The answer depends on the provisions of the agreement. Assuming that the contract is legal and you have done everything required of you, the chances are that you can sue.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Indiana on
Q: Not meaning to sound like its all about the money. But what is the ballpark est. on a class action civil suit against a

County sherriff for unlawful detainning a prisoner for longer that the 48 hrs. without a warrant and voilating a few of the constitional rights / Civil rights of a person living in the state of indiana and there is 231 other people in this law suit

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answered on May 17, 2011

I suggest that you discuss this matter with the Class Attorney. He or she have the most knowledge about the case and is really in the best position to assist you.

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Q: What is the limitation period for tortous liability?
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answered on May 17, 2011

Generally speaking, torts have a limitation of 2 years. However, there may be other statutry deadlines depending on the facts of your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Adoption for Indiana on
Q: My girlfriend I, I am a female as well, are looking to have a baby together via insemination.

Will she have any rights to said child? Would she be able to adopt? I understand Indiana is Anti Gay, but does that I believe that is just for marriage?

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answered on May 16, 2011

Yes, she will be able to adopt and she should not have any difficulty based on sexual preference.. I have handled these before.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: Does Indiana uphold a guardinship ruling from another state?
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answered on May 16, 2011

Generally speaking yes. I believe that the foreign order of guardianship needs to be registered in Indiana.

1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Indiana on
Q: Where can I pick up divorce forms to fill out if my spouse and I have reached an agreement?
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answered on May 16, 2011

You may be able to locate forms at www.in.gov. I know, for sure, that you will be able to find initial forms. I do not recall that there are agreement forms. If not, hire an attorney for ths sole purpose of preparing the final documents. Some attorneys will provide a specific service which is... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: How can I find a good lawyer?
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answered on May 16, 2011

Ask friends. I would also interview the lawyer and ask specific questions about his or her experience. I believe that a key to a good client attorney relationship is communication, so if you make a call, see how soon the attorney responds to your initial inquiry. Does he or she personally call... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: What is the first step to getting joint custody?
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answered on May 16, 2011

the question is unclear as you do not state whether you are seeking to modify an existing order or obtain an initial order. Either way, you need to look at the factors for custody that are set forth in the Indiana Code Chapter 31. The next step is to see if your spouse would agree. If not, you... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody for Indiana on
Q: I need to know what paperwork I need to file in order to gain emergency child custody of my grandchildren.Please let me

Hi I need to know what paperwork I need to file in order to gain emergency child custody of my grandchildren. I currently have a court case for permanent custody but because of a dangerous situation that happened this past weekend I need to be able to have custody of the children now for their own... View More

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answered on May 16, 2011

You have two options. If you have a case pending for custody, you can file for an emergency hearing in that matter. There is no template form that I am aware of, so you will need to hire an attorney to represent you or to draft the paper work and advise you how to obtain a hearing date.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Illinois on
Q: Is a bed truck considerate by the law like a home
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answered on May 16, 2011

No

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law for Illinois on
Q: My neighbor is encroaching on my property, by placing materials (wood, cement blocks) against my fence. What do I do?
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answered on May 16, 2011

If the fence is entirely on your property, you can have a lawyer sned a cease and desist letter. I would only do so, if the materials, etc. are damaging your fence or are actually on your property.

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