When setting up a trust, one of the most significant decisions you will make is choosing the right trustee. This person will manage your trust’s assets according to your wishes. Often, people choose a close family member for this role due to their personal connection...
An irrevocable trust can be a powerful tool for asset protection.
Expunging a criminal record can offer individuals a fresh start by sealing their past mistakes. Indiana law allows for the expungement of certain crimes, including misdemeanors, non-violent felonies, and some violent offenses under specific conditions. However,...
Discussing estate planning with elderly parents can be a sensitive topic. However, it is important to understand and honor their wishes. Learning about tips on how to broach this important subject with your aging loved ones may help. Choose the right time and place...
With its abundant lakes and rivers, Indiana is a boater's paradise. It's a place where both competitive anglers and recreational boating enthusiasts can enjoy the state's extensive waterways. However, boating, like any other activity, has its risks. Careless or...
Estate planning is an important step toward ensuring the orderly distribution of your assets and realizing your final wishes. At the core of this process is selecting an executor who oversees the estate's administration. The executor plays an important role in...
Having one too many drinks and attempting to drive while drunk can lead to criminal charges in Indiana. Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) is a serious offense because of how a drunk driver can easily injure other drivers and pedestrians with their poor...
Driving while holding a cell phone might be doable, but it is not safe. According to the Indiana Department of Transportation, it is a major cause of crashes due to distracted driving. With the Indiana hands-free law in place, drivers cannot hold a phone while their...
When a divorcing couple has children, a plan must be set in place for the care of the children that also works for both parents Co-parenting can be challenging, but technology offers tools to make communication smoother and more effective. Shared calendars for...
Planning for the future goes beyond setting your career and lifestyle goals. It must also address how you intend to protect your wealth and assets and how you wish to distribute them according to your wishes. This is where estate planning comes into play, a critical...
