I work in HVAC, and our employer plans our service calls. Recently, our company's policy changed so that we're not paid for driving to our first service call of the day and we can't use company vehicles for personal use. In a hypothetical situation, if I were in an accident and... View More

Charles Candiano
answered on Mar 10, 2025

Hypothetical questions are difficult because the details often don't make sense. If you are injured in an accident that is not your fault, the at-fault driver is responsible. None of the other details matter. If the at-fault driver is uninsured or carries minimum coverage and you sustained... View More

I have 50-50 custody of my son, but the mother is refusing to surrender him despite past threats against the children and CPS involvement. She has not shown up at the designated drop-off location—the sheriff’s department—for two years. I've documented these instances and called the... View More

I reported the non-custodial parent is receiving workers' compensation benefits from the U.S. Department of Labor, which he hasn't reported. This was reported three months ago. The last two hearings resulted in either an increased obligation for the non-custodial parent or keeping the... View More

Charles Candiano
answered on Mar 9, 2025

When any Court issues a child support Order, it is ordinarily forwarded to the employer of the party responsible for payment. The funds are then deducted from that person's paycheck. If the employee is injured and eligible for Workers' Compensation benefits, the employer is obligated to... View More

I am facing charges in Franklin, IN, for possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, and operating a vehicle with a controlled substance. I was found with fake Xanax pressed with 2.5mg of clobromazolam, which is not a scheduled drug, and I hadn't smoked marijuana that day.... View More

I am the custodial parent of three children: a 16-year-old and 15-year-old twins. The non-custodial parent has weekend visits and five weeks over the summer as per our court order from April 2023. This summer, all three children have six weeks of summer school and mandatory sports conditioning... View More

My daughter's father and I are currently in a custody battle in Indiana. My 13-year-old daughter, who identifies as transgender, wants to change her first name, and her father supports this decision. I do not consent to the name change. Is it possible for her father to change her name without... View More

I'm dealing with a case in Indiana where the Department of Child Services (DCS) removed my children from my home based on false allegations. The primary issue cited was a failed drug screen. DCS claimed I was homeless, appeared intoxicated when picking my child up from school early, and lacked... View More

I am considering taking legal action against my spouse for financial misconduct and abuse, as there is a long history of this behavior in our marriage. He lied to the bank, claiming my debit card was lost to disable it on our joint account, though it was in my possession. He previously attempted to... View More

I am the chairperson of an Indiana County Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors, and we need to recruit a new supervisor to fill a recently vacated position. A strong candidate is currently serving on the county's Redevelopment Commission (RDC). Can he serve on our board as... View More

I am concerned my company may have discriminated against me in a promotion decision. Despite 20 years of experience, I applied for a practice manager position but an external candidate with a degree was chosen. The hiring director advised me to continue my education as the other candidate was... View More

I am getting married, and my paycheck is currently garnished due to a federal debt from a crime committed in 2007. We live in Indiana, and the judgment was made in Virginia. We do not plan to have joint bank accounts with my new husband. Will his income or assets be subject to garnishment after we... View More

In Marion County, Indiana, does a third party representing a claimant need to petition the court to file a claim for a property tax surplus if they are already authorized by the claimant?

I am legally recognized as the father of my daughter, and there are no custody agreements in place. The child's mother, who is underage, wants me to see the baby, but her parents always deny me visitation. There are no ongoing legal discussions. What are my legal rights to see my daughter, and... View More

I'm looking for information on existing laws in Indiana regarding whether a volunteer fire department can charge for water.

I am considering an offer to return to a former company as a remote independent contractor. The contract has a 60-day termination notice requirement. It states: “Termination for Convenience. Client may terminate this Agreement or any Project, in whole or in part, at any time by giving written... View More

I am a homeless resident of Indiana, without a fixed address due to a divorce, and I've been assaulted multiple times, including a recent severe attack where I was maced, beaten, and almost set on fire. I wish to purchase a handgun for self-defense, but I am unable to comply with the... View More

In Indiana, a person who has been a spearheader, organizer, and possible financial backer for solar farms in the area is applying to become a director of the local electric cooperative. The cooperative’s bylaws require disclosure of any conflicts of interest, but the applicant answered that they... View More

I am facing two charges of harboring a non-immunized animal that bit someone, resulting in bodily harm. I already have an OWI on my record and have previously been fined for charges of animal at large. Should I have legal counsel before responding to an arrest warrant for a Class B misdemeanor... View More

I'm in the process of negotiating a settlement, but workers' compensation is disputing that my knee surgery is related to my claim. I suffered a torn meniscus in my right knee, which was confirmed by two doctors, each with identical notes. After the company's doctor only did an MRI... View More

Charles Candiano
answered on Mar 4, 2025

To begin, you are not "negotiating" a settlement. In Indiana, the treating physician would assign a permanent partial impairment rating (PPI). The value of your claim can be determined mathematically by plugging in numbers from the statute. If the claim is fully disputed, the only thing... View More

I currently rent a portion of my parents' house in Indiana, where we have distinct living spaces. Although my rental agreement mentions avoiding guests like "girls," there's ambiguity in the terms. My brother, who my parents disapprove of due to past issues, is crucial for... View More