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When a child is born, the father may expect to have parental rights. Nevertheless, if the mother and father of the child are not married at the time of the child’s birth, this can become an issue. You may be wondering, what are the father’s rights if not married to the mother of the child? There are steps a father can take to establish the paternity of their child. For unmarried fathers’ rights in Indiana, Eskew Law is ready to help. To…

If you’re facing an impending divorce, you may feel lost and unsure of what you can expect. Knowing and understanding the Indiana divorce process can help ease some of the stress. While divorces can be tough, a skilled Indiana divorce lawyer is the perfect person to help get you through the process. Eskew Law, is ready to help you. I. File the Required Forms II. Notice III. Waiting Period IV. Provisional Hearing V. Mediation VI. Final Hearing VII. Decree of Dissolution of Marriage VIII. Consult with an Indiana Divorce Attorney…

Co-parenting has many challenges, from navigating parenting exchanges and birthdays to making sure each parent financially supports their children. While parents have a lot of leeway in deciding how to share custody, Indiana law dictates financial support. The Indiana child support guidelines determine how much each parent has to contribute and which parent owes the other support. If you’re going through a child custody matter right now, talk with an attorney about how Indiana calculates child support. Eskew Law’s Indianapolis family law attorneys will…

Some individuals charged with a misdemeanor do not treat their misdemeanor charges as seriously as they should. As a result, individuals who were charged with misdemeanors occasionally try and defend themselves in court. This is not something our team at Eskew Law would recommend doing. Our Indiana criminal law attorneys understand the consequences of failing to treat a misdemeanor with the proper gravity. If you became charged with a misdemeanor, do not try and attempt to fight the charges on your own. Let an…

The terms accomplices, accessories, and aiders and abettors are often used in referring to a concept known as “accomplice liability.” What makes someone an accomplice? Generally, if you knowingly help another person commit a crime, you can also be held responsible for that crime, regardless of your role in it. Accomplice liability allows a court to find a person criminally liable for acts committed by a different person, even if that person has not been prosecuted for or convicted of that crime. What Are Examples…

Anyone is capable of a slight mistake or error in judgment and, unfortunately, even just a few drinks can turn into a drunk driving arrest. In Indiana, the term “Operating While Intoxicated” (OWI) refers to driving while impaired by the effects of alcohol, but the implications are the same as in many other states: You can lose your driving privileges and are guilty of a crime if convicted. A first-time offense is a misdemeanor if no one was hurt or killed by…

Time is running out to file your personal injury claim in Indiana. If you’ve been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you only have a limited window to take legal action. Miss the deadline, and you could lose your right to seek compensation entirely. Indiana law sets a strict statute of limitations for personal injury cases. If you don’t file your lawsuit within the required timeframe, your case may be dismissed—no matter how strong your claim is. Our team at Eskew Law…

Indianapolis Family Law Attorney Handling Uncontested and Contested Divorces In many states there are two paths for divorce; contested and uncontested.  Indiana law does not recognize the difference, it is merely based upon how the litigants intend to conduct themselves in dividing their assets and debts. Court costs, filing fees, attorney document drafting fees and services costs are the same regardless of whether or not you and your spouse contest the divorce.  The 60 day cooling off period is also the same regardless of…

Nothing is more critical after an accident than your choice of a personal injury attorney. A good attorney can construct a solid case for compensation and negotiate a very favorable settlement. A good personal injury lawyer should also be prepared to go into court and defend your rights, if necessary. An inexperienced personal injury attorney, by contrast, can be a disaster, costing you time and money. To make sure your search goes as well as possible, we present these tips for hiring a personal…