When you have a new baby, you have a lot of life changes to make. Most parents quickly adjust, but there is one major action that they might forget they need to take care of. This is estate planning. You may think that you have plenty of time to handle this matter,...
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Important events that trigger an estate plan review
Many people create an estate plan when they are hired for their first job. Others wait until they have their first child. Some wait until they are about to retire. Then, some people die without having an estate plan in place, leaving their family to fight with the...
Why use a charitable remainder trust?
As you plan how to distribute your assets in your estate plan, you may choose to set aside some of your estate for charity. While you can take money and give it directly to a charity, you may want to take advantage of tax benefits that a charitable remainder trust can...
Keeping an estate plan updated after a divorce
Divorce can be tricky in all sorts of ways from arranging the custody of shared children to determining how assets will be divided between spouses. However, one factor that could be complicated by a divorce that can easily be overlooked by couples in Indiana is their...
Make sure to classify workers correctly
Businesses that hire workers in Indiana have a lot to consider. Options for hire typically include employees and independent contractors, and there are benefits to each depending on the specific company or project. Employers must ensure they classify the workers...
The legality of non-compete agreements
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...
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...

