Abstract:
The study and practice of family law in the United States is an ever-evolving realm of legal and
social issues that cannot fundamentally be addressed without many factors taken into
consideration. Though many family law issues are unique to certain geographical locations in the
United States, the vast majority of these matters share underlying factors. Through an analysis of
underlying factors that lead to child abuse and neglect, this research paper seeks to explore
current governing laws and legislation in Indiana and discover the current gaps in family law
legislation. The legitimate intention of this project is the dissemination of proposed solutions that
can better the practice of family law in Muncie, Indiana.
