One of the benefits of the Bankruptcy Code is that debtors are able to discharge certain debts, and have a fresh start. A discharged debt means that the debtor is no longer liable for that particular debt. When a debtor files for bankruptcy under Chapter 7, 11, and 13, certain […]
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Social Media and The Law
In today’s modern era almost everyone has some form of a social media account, whether it’s Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc. While this form of technology has grown, so too has the law that encompasses it. Many social media users may be surprised of how their accounts can be legally used […]
Family Law – Insurance Credits and Child Support
Generally, the regulations regarding child support in Indiana derive from Indiana Code Title 31 – Family Law and Juvenile Law, Article 16 – Family Law: Support of Children and Other Dependents, as well as the Indiana Rules of Court: Child Support Rules and Guidelines. When calculating how much a parent […]
The Average Wait Time On Social Security Claims
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. In fact in 2013, over 158 million Americans paid into the system, and 57 […]
Duties All Homeowners Should Know Regarding Covenants
When a developer of land buys a tract of land with the intent of developing it into a subdivision, this can create expressed or implied covenants, conditions, and restrictions.[1] These kinds of restrictive covenants are typically conveyed in the general scheme of development plan for the subdivision, and may be […]
Indiana BMV Issues Continue–A Summary and Update On The Most Recent Issues
Lawyers are subject to certain rules and regulations regarding their behavior under the Model Rules for Professional Conduct. These rules govern how lawyers assist clients, interact with opposing counsel and the tribunal, and regulate how lawyers take on new clients. While, these professional conduct rules pertain to lawyers and their […]
Michigan’s New MISS DIG Statute
Michigan first enacted a statute protecting public underground facilities in 1974, M.C.L. § 460.701 et seq. P.A. 1974, No. 53. It was substantially amended in 1992. P.A. 1992, No. 38. However, the law was completely repealed and replaced in 2014 with MISS DIG Underground Facility Damage Prevention and Safety Act, […]
Criminal Charges Filed For Alleged Violations Of Indiana Common Construction Wage Act
Not only can an employer face civil charges for not complying with state and federal laws regarding employees’ wages, they can also face criminal charges. As was the case for David Roark of D. Roark Drywall LLC, an Indianapolis drywall contractor in 2013. Within certain industries there will be specific […]
Credit Reporting Changes And The Impact On YOU (the consumer)
Credit reports are essential to everyday life for Americans, because they directly affect one’s credit score which in turn affects one’s ability to obtain a mortgage, student loan, business loan, insurance, and even the associated interest to accrue. Unfortunately for millions of Americans, credit reports can be frustrating when an error […]
Indiana Common Construction Wage Act Repealed Effective July 1, 2015
The Indiana Common Construction Wage Act (“CCWA”) was first established in 1935.[1] The primary purpose was to avoid out of state contractors from undercutting Indiana contractors on construction bid projects, where out of state contractors typically would hire cheaper and less-skilled laborers.[2] Another primary goal was to increase the middle […]