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Naming a beneficiary gives you a say in who receives certain assets, but your plan should also account for what happens if your first choice cannot inherit. A backup beneficiary can help you prepare for that possibility. Here is why naming one may matter in your...
If you are involved in a personal injury case in Indiana, you might receive a settlement offer from the insurance company. You may wonder whether you have to accept an offer that does not fairly compensate you for your losses. The answer is no. You have the right to...
After years of building a successful career, growing investments or creating a family business, many people want confidence that their wealth will support the people and causes they care about most. They also want control over how that wealth passes to the next...
After devoting meaningful time and resources to your estate plan, you want to feel confident that you have made it possible for others to carry out your legacy and wishes. Unfortunately, all that effort can go to waste if your family cannot find those papers during an...
People in Indiana get hurt in severe car crashes and lose loved ones in collisions all too often. Every year, law enforcement agencies gather information about every crash that occurs so that state agencies can analyze that data and act accordingly. State and city...
Selecting a person to manage your estate after you are gone is a major part of any plan. In Indiana, the law refers to this individual as a personal representative. While it may be tempting to default to an eldest child or best friend, the role requires specific...
Many drivers worry even playing a minor role in a serious car crash will prevent them from recovering damages after an accident. For instance, you might believe that you have no legal recourse because you were driving a little fast or switched lanes without signaling....
A car accident can leave you dealing with more than just injuries and the need to replace a vehicle. It can cause serious financial strain. Anyone who is in a crash and believes the other driver’s negligent or reckless actions caused the crash may wonder when they...
For many Indiana families, a pet is a constant companion. However, Indiana law views these animals as personal property rather than family members. If your estate plan doesn't address the future care and needs of your pets, the courts could treat them in the same way...
The end of a marriage often brings major changes to daily life. Along with adjusting to new routines, financial responsibilities and family relationships, many people also need to review important legal documents. Estate planning may not seem like a priority during or...