Greenfield, Indiana, Legal Blog
COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS NOTICE — To Clients and Guests of Allen Wellman McNew Harvey, LLP
Updated 5/11/2020 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...
What are revocable and irrevocable trusts?
You may have decided to create a trust as part of your estate plan. But if you have no experience with trusts, you might not realize that the kind of control you will have over your trust depends on the kind of trust you create. While many trusts exist, generally they...
Divorce: Is retaining your full 401k the best decision?
As you enter divorce proceedings, you should prepare for a certain degree of give-and-take in order to reach a divorce agreement in a timely manner. Having a plan regarding what you are willing to compromise on can be beneficial. You may think you are unwilling to...
Why you should revisit your estate plan amid divorce
Spouses often give one another large roles in their estate plans. If that's your situation your marriage falls apart, however, you need to review your estate plan. If you gave your spouse certain powers, such as power of attorney, during your marriage, you may want to...
How can an estate plan can help when you are alive?
One of the biggest misconceptions about estate planning is that it is only a plan for what happens after your death. The truth is your estate plan can be much more than that. The Business Journal explains that if you utilize your estate plan correctly, it can be the...
How long can it take for beneficiaries to receive property?
The differences between a will and a trust can cause confusion regarding how quickly property transfers to beneficiaries. A will written in Indiana, for example, requires the executor to settle the estate through the probate court. This could take between six months...
July 1, 2020 Changes to Indiana’s Specialized Driving Privileges Law
Effective July 1, 2020, the statutes that control specialized driving privileges petitions are getting an overhaul. Not a complete overhaul, but significant changes are being made. The most noteworthy changes are in Indiana Code 9-30-16-3. Effective July 1, 2020, if...
Which activities have the most head injuries?
Millions of Americans of all ages participate in sports and other recreational activities on a regular basis. While participating in such activities can benefit your health and that of your family, it can also put you at risk for traumatic injuries to the head. The...
How does cellphone use affect a vehicle accident lawsuit?
When an Indiana motorist reaches for a cellphone or mobile device while operating a moving vehicle, he or she may be breaking the law. If the individual becomes involved in an accident while holding or using the device, the driver also stands a good chance of assuming...
When is divorce mediation a smart option?
If you are facing divorce, mediation is an option to consider. If it is possible for you and your spouse to work together, you can use mediation to take control of your divorce and create a settlement that is satisfactory for both of you. How mediation works You would...
How could drug court improve your circumstances?
Indiana drug convictions carry serious consequences. If you find yourself facing a conviction for drug sales, drug possession or similar charges, you may face jail time, hefty fines, substance abuse treatment obligations and other possible penalties. However, if your...
