If you find yourself in a non-compete agreement dispute with an employer, it would often help to look at the situation from both sides. While many of these agreements are overly restrictive, that is not always the case. At , we represent...
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What happens to business debt when the owner passes away?
If you have been in business in Indiana for a while, then you realize that debt is often part of success. The money you owe is as important as the money you make when it comes to your company's finances. Your estate plan may need to address how your business...
2 common estate planning mistakes and how to avoid them
No matter how big or small your estate plan is, there are common mistakes that impact many plans. These mistakes can lead to expensive taxes, complex legal battles and having your inheritance go to people you didn’t intend.It’s useful to educate yourself...
Can you better protect your assets for the long-term?
The assets you have accumulated over the course of your lifetime in Indiana have been carefully selected, maintained and utilized in order to maximize their benefit for your long-term use. One of the biggest challenges you may face is how to protect these assets...
Supported decision-making and guardianship
Establishing guardianship in Indiana has the potential to be a complicated and contentious process. However, recent laws have added other options for people caring for those with disabilities. This could include individuals of any age and at any station in thier...
How do you include a business in an Indiana estate plan?
If you own a small or medium business in Indiana, then you probably have some concerns as to how it should factor into your estate plan. There would probably be two major categories of considerations you would have to make: the future leadership of your company and...
What is a health proxy?
There are many things to consider about estate planning in Indiana. One part of the process is to name a health proxy or power of attorney regarding healthcare decisions. Some people may not think this is important, but there are numerous reasons why someone should...
Employee loyalty may reduce legal problems
For many business owners in Indiana, their employees play an invaluable role in seeing that they are able to successfully reach their goals and effectively serve their customers. Employees are the detailed parts of the machine that are overall responsible for keeping...
What every farmer needs to know about estate planning
Indiana is full of family farms. In fact, the Hoosier state has more than 50,000 family-owned farms. Even in the 21st century, many family farms are passed down from one generation to the next. So, it’s crucial that farmers have a good estate plan and succession...
Handling a real estate dispute
When it comes to selling, buying or leasing real estate (residential or commercial), there are many challenges that people may encounter. Sometimes, these transactions result in unexpected hurdles, such as a disagreement. In some instances, seemingly minor...