What is a Guardian Ad Litem?

In some family law cases there is a person appointed to represent the best interest of the child. The guardian ad litem, or  “GAL,” is appointed by the court to represent the best interest of the child pursuant to Indiana Code 31-9-2-50. Indiana law states that...

Adult Adoptions

In Indiana, an adult can adopt another adult. Any person over the age of 18 is considered an “adult” for adoption purposes. Adoption of an adult creates the same legal relationship with the adoptive parents as an adoption of a minor child. The individual’s birth...

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Beginning June 27, 2023, employers with 15 or more employees are required to provide reasonable accommodation to a worker’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless the accommodation will cause an undue...