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Can I file bankruptcy without my spouse in Indiana?
No one makes the decision to declare bankruptcy lightly. When you’re married and one spouse has incurred significant debts that continue piling up, bankruptcy can be a good option to clear your financial slate. However, the other spouse might wonder how filing for bankruptcy will impact their credit and finances—even if the married couple… Read More »
Division of Marital Property: How to Get What’s Yours
No one ever said divorce was easy. When you marry, you don’t expect that your marriage will fall apart. Unfortunately, not all couples are meant to be together forever. This can become apparent when it’s time to part ways and you find that you’re having difficulty reaching an agreement regarding child custody, child support,… Read More »
Arrested in Indiana: What Comes Next?
If you’ve been arrested, you are likely concerned with what could happen next. An arrest, even if you aren’t convicted, can have a serious impact on your life. It can affect how your friends and family view you, your current employment status, and your long-term ability to earn a living. You could be spending… Read More »
Differences between Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Filing for bankruptcy is an option you likely wanted to avoid, but now it seems that you’ll need to file to get the creditors off your back and get your debts erased. Maybe you’ve already begun researching bankruptcy, but you’re surprised by the number of chapters available for debtors. Chapters 7 and 11 bankruptcies… Read More »
Top Three Reasons DUI Cases Are Dismissed
Being charged with a DUI is no small matter. Operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol can not only seriously injure or kill you, your passenger(s), or anyone else sharing the roads, but you could be facing serious penalties if you are convicted. The best way to get through this challenging… Read More »
Can First-Time Offenders Expect Leniency in Indiana?
It’s embarrassing and upsetting, but you have been arrested for the first time in your life. You’ve never broken the law before, but now you’ve made a mistake and you’re possibly going to be punished for it. Because it’s your first time, you may be wondering whether first-time offenders can expect leniency in Indiana…. Read More »
Lesser-Known Types of Bankruptcy
When you think of bankruptcy, you probably think of Chapters 7, 11, and 13, all of which are common ways for individuals and businesses to make up for their debts and get a new start on their finances. But these might not fit the unique needs you have as a debtor who needs help… Read More »
Is Divorce Affected by Bankruptcy?
It’s an unfortunate truth, but many divorces are the fault of money. Financial stress puts strain on the relationship, and for some, that strain can break a marriage. While you’re dealing with your divorce proceedings, your debt might be too much to handle. But is divorce affected by bankruptcy? The short answer is yes…. Read More »
Things to Know About Divorce in Indiana
Divorce is tough no matter where you are, but Indiana’s laws may be particularly confusing for divorcing couples. If you’re not familiar with the process and you don’t have a lawyer yet, the forms and questions can feel a little overwhelming. Fortunately, Rowdy G. Williams Law Firm can help. There may be many things… Read More »
The 8 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Divorce
Alt Title: Don’t Make One of These Costly Divorce Mistakes There’s a reason divorces often take 18-plus months and thousands of dollars to complete. Put simply, it’s not easy to legally divide intertwined assets and sift through the he-said-she-said mess of determining who is to blame for specific incidents or situations. While you’re always… Read More »