July 30, 2020 To Our Clients and Guests, On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak a global pandemic. On May 1, 2020, Governor Holcomb issued Executive Order 20-26, which provided guidelines for re-opening the State of...
Having a blended family can be a wonderful thing in Indiana. However, it can also make estate planning a bit more complicated. If you have children from a previous marriage, you'll want to make sure that you take the right steps to ensure that they fit into your...
The late 20th century and early 21st century has seen a dramatic shift in personal relationships. Couples are moving in together without becoming married and some have rejected the concept of marriage altogether. At some point, many couples begin to acquire property...
Most small, nonprofit organizations tend to operate rather informally. The members of the board of directors, some who also serve as officers, are all volunteers. These volunteers dedicate substantial time towards keeping the organization functioning and working to...
There are several ways to plead during a trial. These pleas can also form part of a bargain to keep you from having to go to trial. Many experts in the Indiana legal field believe that jury trials may actually be on their way out. If this is the case, it may lead to a...
Undue influence occurs when someone in a trusted position works to manipulate a vulnerable for the purpose of inheriting most or all that person’s assets upon his or her death. The most common perpetrators of undue influence include stepparents, children of elderly...
Preparing for a new baby can be an exciting time in your life. However, welcoming a new family member means you'll need to take a look at your estate and make changes as necessary. If you're becoming a new parent in Indiana, here are some things to keep in mind when...
You undoubtedly made your custodial agreement terms and parenting plans based on where you were at the time of divorce and the type of life you were living. However, now a new opportunity has arisen for you or your ex-spouse in another location in Indiana that you'd...
Indiana residents need to be smart after getting into a car accident. There are certain steps you should take. However, there are things you must always avoid after a crash as well. Leaving the scene of the accident By law, you should always avoid leaving the scene of...
If you've recently gotten a divorce, you may be tempted to request sole physical custody of your child because you want to keep your children close to you. You may also seek full-time custody depending on the actions of your ex or the circumstances of your divorce....
If you're involved in a motor vehicle accident in Indiana, one of the first things you will want to do is file a lawsuit or a claim with your insurance company. The question is, how long does this process take? How long do you have to file? When you're involved in a...
