Construction law in Indiana provides protections for both contractors and property owners when disputes arise. The best protection for all involved parties is a written contract that establishes expectations and steps for resolving disputes. However, when disputes can’t be resolved without further action, an experienced Indiana construction attorney can provide […]
According to the 2019 Global Construction Disputes Report, the average construction dispute in North America in 2018 cost $16.3 million and took 15.2 months to resolve. Preventing this loss of time and money should be important to all parties involved in a construction project. Negotiating construction contracts well, and with […]
Construction defect claims can arise for a variety of reasons throughout the home building or home improvement process—from design to maintenance. Multiple statutes govern Indiana home improvement law. These laws establish terminology, set forth claims requirements and processes and detail appropriate penalties for improper actions or negligence. Experienced construction lawyers […]
As in other states, the Indiana General Assembly has set up special Indiana relocation requirements that apply when parents or other individuals with child custody rights relocate. But many might be surprised to learn that even a non custodial parent in Indiana must take certain steps before relocating. And amendments […]
Construction and related companies may work for weeks or even months on a project before receiving full payment. To secure payment, labor companies and suppliers can take a security interest in the project in the form of a mechanic’s lien. An Indiana mechanic’s lien helps contractors and those working with […]
A lawsuit for failure to pay wages in Indiana can be costly for an employer. Under the Indiana wage payment statute, employers who do not pay employees their full wages within ten business days of a request for the wages may ultimately be made to pay the employee twice the […]
Family law disputes can be stressful for parents and children alike. Resolving these issues as efficiently as possible is important and in the best interest of all concerned parties. The components of an Indiana child support calculation pertain to legal custodial and financial matters that Indiana family law attorneys can […]
Social Security was implemented under President Roosevelt in 1935. Millions of Americans pay into the Social Security system each year, which provides benefits to retirees, disabled persons, and the families of disabled, retired or deceased workers. Unfortunately, for those seeking benefits on the basis of disability, the average wait time […]
If you have any sort of criminal record, it can seriously impact some of the most fundamental parts of your life. Background checks are routinely used to screen applicants for jobs and housing. Finding a new job or the right place to live can be hard enough, and having your […]
You’ve found a great new job in a different city or a better home across town. You’ve packed dozens of cardboard boxes, enlisted the help of friends to carry your furniture, and reserved a U-Haul truck. You’re just about ready to move. But have you considered Indiana laws and guidelines […]