Unmarried parents can ask the court to order legal custody, physical custody, visitation schedules, and child support. When parents are not married, either parent can File a Complaint for Custody or Paternity (depending on the main issue to be addressed). The person who files the complaint is the "plaintiff" and the other parent is the "defendant." The plaintiff's complaint will list the orders the plaintiff would like, and the defendant can Respond to the Complaint by filing an "answer and counterclaim" listing what orders he or she would like.
Child Custody and Visitation
When someone wants to end a marriage, they can file a case at family court to ask for a court order ending the marriage. Marriages can be terminated through divorce or annulment cases. The court can also grant a separation, where the court issues orders regarding property, alimony, and child custody, but the parties remain legally married. You can find more information about Divorce, Annulment, or Separation by contacting us today.
Justin Lebamoff has practiced law for more than 25 years, concentrating his practice in the various areas of Personal Injury from car accidents to wrongful death. He is a member of the Indiana State Bar Association, Allen County Bar Association, and the Allen County Bar Association’s criminal defense section. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Federal District Court in both the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana. He earned his undergraduate degree from Tulane University where he was Magna Cum Laude and received his Juris Doctorate from Valparaiso University Law School. He is a Fort Wayne native and lifelong resident.
DUI/DWI
Drunk driving – too often, drunken driving is responsible for an accident, and in these cases, the fault is nearly always that of the driver who got behind the wheel after consuming alcohol.
Wrongful Death
After the death of a loved one, you are struggling to come to grips with the loss. Regardless of the circumstances of their death, oftentimes survivors are confused and do not know where to turn, especially when the death was caused by someone else’s actions. In these cases, it may be helpful to contact a Fort Wayne wrongful death attorney. While money will never replace a loved one, it can help you stay financially stable after you have lost a spouse or child.
Traffic Violations
Some of the most common reasons for collisions on Indiana roadways include speeding, alcohol-impaired driving, and distracted driving. The statistics are similar for auto drivers and truck drivers. Another significant cause of truck accidents is drivers who are driving without enough sleep. There are specific rules that trucking companies must adhere to, put out by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), regarding break times and rest times for long-distance truck drivers. While this may not be any comfort to you after an accident, a trucking company that has deliberately violated these rules could be held accountable for your injuries.
Car accidents are a growing problem and as a victim, you have the option of filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurer or you may elect to file a lawsuit. You may even have the option of filing a claim with your own insurer. This is especially common if the at-fault driver does not have sufficient insurance coverage to compensate you for medical bills, injuries, and property damage.
Personal injury laws allow anyone who is injured in an accident to file a lawsuit if they believe the accident was the result of someone else’s negligence. Indiana laws allow you to work with a Fort Wayne motorcycle accident attorney and file a suit within two years of the accident. In many cases, you may be entitled to compensation for...
Trusts, Wills & Estates, and Probate are not only for the wealthy or elderly. Anyone with a desire to leave assets to loved ones will benefit from proper planning. Lebamoff Law has helped countless families properly plan for their future and their loved ones as well. Contact our firm today to schedule your consultation.
Wills
Proper legal planning allows you to provide for your loved ones after you pass away, in accordance with your desires. It also allows you to maintain control of your assets while living, and provide for your care if you become disabled.