"Do I need an Attorney if I'm am contacted by CPS about my child in Indiana?"
Each year Indiana Child Protective Services receives and investigates thousands of calls about suspected child abuse or neglect from a host of individuals ranging from doctors to teachers to counselors. Their job is to investigate and, if necessary, file a request for a Child in Need of Services case to be prosecuted. Many parents wonder when and if they should ... Read More
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Jan2017
08
Oct2015
What Is a Civil Protective Order and When and Why to Consider Challenging or “Fighting” It in Court?
Over the years, certain societal problems generate enough public awareness that a concentrated legislative and law enforcement focus begins. These ordinarily gain traction and more awareness by campaigns by various non-profit groups that fund such. Drinking and driving is perhaps the most obvious example.
Within certain domestic relationships, there is higher than average violence rate and domestic violence is now a similar topic of similar intense social focus. Indiana passed into law the Indiana Civil Protection Order Act several years ago that ... Read More
10
Dec2013
In the practice of law, especially in domestic cases, there are many steps along the way towards a final resolution. There are of course rules and procedures to follow in the courts, and interim or temporary orders that must be followed until a final settlement or final hearing can be had. As a litigant, you can often become impatient with the slow progress of a case or frustrated when the opposing side continues to throw up road blocks or ... Read More
06
Sep2011
At Ciyou & Dixon, P.C. we observe time and again, divorce is the best and worst of times for litigants (and the attorneys), all at the same time. Everything is changing, yet change is a constant of life and often it (divorce) may enable both parties to go on and grow in new and positive directions in a failed marriage.
There are four (4) tips to minimize legal fees and ... Read More