One of the biggest worries that people in Indiana have about getting married is the fear of a divorce. It isn't so much having to admit that your marriage is coming to an end. It's the worry that looms over you as you contemplate losing all that you own. This worry...
Many people accumulate assets during their life with the hope of transferring their wealth to their heirs. People sometimes forget estate taxes during estate planning for heirs or favorite charities. Estate taxes can reduce the size of an estate or distributions in...
In Indiana, accidents occur due to many reasons. While some are unavoidable, such as weather conditions, many are preventable. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of accidents in this state that you can avoid. There are three main types of distracted...
Protecting your loved ones can be completed best by establishing a solid estate plan. If you want to choose who inherits your possessions, creating one is critical. Doing so allows you to minimize the odds of family disputes, and you can also name a guardian for your...
Having a blended family can be a wonderful thing. 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 overall estate...
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...
