As the parent of a disabled child, you likely have some trepidation about your son’s or daughter’s future. After you die, you may worry your child will lack the funds necessary to have a decent life. This may be true even if your loved one is eligible for needs-based...
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How can I prevent discrimination in the workplace?
Employers are tasked with many responsibilities, particularly when it comes to staff. Along with protecting employees from physical harm, you must also make sure they're psychologically well. Ensuring an inclusive, encouraging environment at work benefits your...
Restrictions for homeowners associations
Whether someone owns a condo or a house, there may be a homeowners association fee. HOAs help maintain the community and provide certain amenities, but they also place restrictions on homeowners. There are certain HOA rules that are perfectly legal. However, there...
Do I need a living will as part of my estate plan?
Indiana residents who are taking the wise step to create an estate plan might be under the impression that a will or a trust is sufficient. However, there are other aspects of an estate plan that should be considered, especially for those who have deeply held beliefs...
Eminent domain: A review for property owners
It can take a lifetime for an Indiana resident to save enough money to buy real property. Unlike personal property, which can include clothing, jewelry, and musical instruments, real property relates to land, acreage, and buildings such as homes and commercial...
Tips for end of life planning
For many, talking about death makes them uncomfortable. However, not talking about it does not mean that one should avoid planning for it. Death is an inevitable part of life, which makes estate planning an essential step to take. Whether you choose to start the...
Farmers need to plan their estates carefully to avoid mistakes
Many farmers who work the land outside of Indianapolis have put a lot of time and sweat into their family farms. As a result of their work, and with a bit of luck, they may have accumulated a lot of acreage as well as other wealth that they hope to pass down to the...
How to form a business entity
In a prior post, we spoke about business formation. In that post, we reflected on the importance of selecting the best Indiana business form for one’s needs. However, once one decides, the next step is entity formation. The first step is filing organizational...
The fundamentals are key with Indiana estate planning documents
As Indiana residents think about and prepare for the future with an estate plan, minor issues in the document might come to the forefront. However, this can prevent them from ensuring that the larger issues are addressed and the document is as comprehensive as it...
The benefits of setting up a guardianship
A guardianship is a useful estate planning tool that can be helpful in some situations and is worth understanding for many estate planners. A guardianship can help with loved ones who are disabled or can help as part of the process of planning for incapacity. A...

