You don't tell us who you are, nor do you specify the basis of your proposed lawsuit. To summarize, you are somehow related to an individual suffering from schizophrenia. The individual's brother-in-law translated medical conversations with unknown persons, in an unknown context, while... View More

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answered on Mar 14, 2024

I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult situation. Divorce is always challenging, but especially when dealing with a disability and immigration issues. Here are a few key things to keep in mind:

First and foremost, getting divorced should not directly impact your... View More

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

To obtain a Motion to Correct Error form specific to Indiana for a divorce case involving new evidence, you will need to consult the court where your case is being heard. Generally, each court has its own procedures and forms for filing motions and correcting errors in legal proceedings. You can... View More

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answered on Jun 11, 2025

Your brother is in a tough spot, and it’s understandable that he’s feeling powerless when all he wants is to see his child. Right now, without a court order in place, both parents technically have equal rights to the child, regardless of who the child lives with day to day. That means the... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

You're in a complicated place, and it’s understandable to want to protect what you’ve worked for. In Indiana, property acquired during a marriage—regardless of whose name it's in or who paid for it—is generally considered part of the marital estate until a divorce is finalized.... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

You're doing the right thing by looking out for your safety and the well-being of your child. In Indiana, you can request a no contact order—also known as a protective order—if you’re experiencing threats, harassment, or abuse during a divorce. Verbal threats and abusive messages,... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

This is a painful and complicated situation, and you're right to question how the house equity should be handled. Even if your name was removed from the deed, that doesn’t automatically mean you gave up your marital interest in the home. If the house was purchased during the marriage—even... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

Your concern is completely understandable, especially when dealing with something as personal and emotional as a spouse’s long-term care. If you have a valid prenuptial agreement and have kept your assets completely separate—including accounts, property, and financial activity—that offers... View More

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answered on May 14, 2025

You're facing an emotional and complicated situation, especially given the age of the child and the uncertainty that’s followed you for years. In Indiana, it is possible to request a paternity test even after many years, but the court will consider several factors before allowing... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

Even though you and your spouse are in agreement on asset and debt division, it’s still a good idea to have an attorney review the divorce decree. An attorney can ensure that the terms of the agreement are clear, legally sound, and properly documented. Sometimes, even minor details can be missed,... View More

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answered on Apr 13, 2025

Once your divorce is finalized, you generally cannot seek an annulment for that same marriage. An annulment is typically requested before a divorce is granted and is based on specific grounds, such as fraud, duress, or the marriage being legally invalid from the start. Since your divorce was... View More

No. Your credit will not be affected if you are only an authorized user. Unless the account is in your name, you should be unaffected by his filing.

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answered on Jul 6, 2023

The service of divorce papers by the sheriff in Indiana typically pertains to the divorce proceedings in Indiana itself. The sheriff's role is to deliver the divorce papers to your husband and ensure that he is aware of the divorce case in Indiana. However, it is important to note that the... View More

If she made misrepresentations to the Court, she could be in contempt of court if you can prove she lied.

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answered on Mar 4, 2023

If your son lives with you full time and you provide over half of his support, you may be able to claim him as a dependent on your tax return. However, if your ex-wife also claims him, the IRS will likely flag the returns and investigate the situation.

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You should have your divorce attorney contact her divorce attorney to see if she intends to keep that promise

I no longer practice law and am only finishing up a few cases so I cannot assist you, I can only state basic principles.

I don’t understand the “$800 later”. If you only put 800 out of pocket consider yourself lucky.

If you want to sue her fraud you probably could, but the... View More

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answered on Sep 20, 2022

A Protective Order also called an Order of Protection can be filed in Family Court, Divorce Court, or Criminal Court. In order to exclude your spouse or significant other from the home, you will need to request an exclusionary order. This will require you to allege specific dates in your... View More

There is much confusion about what "custody" actually means.

If there is an active case in Indiana for either Paternity or Divorce, then any party wanting to move out of Indiana is going to have the burden of explaining why that move is in the child's best interests.... View More

You are not entitled to an appointed attorney in a divorce. The only time you are legally entitled to court-appointed counsel is when you are facing possible jail time (e.g. contempt of court for not paying child support, criminal cases, etc.).

However, there are several programs like Legal... View More