In Indiana, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally 2 years from the date of the injury or the date the injury was discovered. This time frame is consistent with the state's rules for personal injury cases.
In Indiana, as in most jurisdictions, character evidence is generally not admissible to prove that a person acted in conformity with their character on a particular occasion, except in specific circumstances such as when the defendant introduces evidence of their own good character or in cases involving sexual offenses.
Under Indiana law, to claim property through adverse possession, the possessor must meet several criteria: the possession must be continuous, exclusive, hostile, and open and notorious for a period of 10 years. Additionally, the adverse possessor must also pay property taxes during this period.
In Indiana, a Class D felony is punishable by up to 6 years in prison. However, sentencing can vary based on mitigating or aggravating circumstances and whether the offender has a prior criminal record.
Indiana is an equitable distribution state, meaning that marital property is divided equitably, but not necessarily equally, if there is no agreement between the parties. The court considers various factors to achieve a fair distribution.
