Running a business in Indiana comes with its share of challenges. One tool that can make your life easier is an employee handbook. This document outlines your company's policies, procedures and expectations. It serves as a guide for both you and your employees. When...
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Understanding “emancipation” in Indiana
“Emancipation” is a legal term in the area of family law that most people probably don’t have much experience with. Unlike divorce, child support or child custody issues, for example, emancipation just isn’t as common of a legal question for most Indiana residents....
Is a collaborative divorce right for you?
The word divorce often triggers thoughts of a lengthy battle riddled with disputes and heavy emotions. While this process is an emotional one, it does not need to be filled with conflict. And when children are involved, it is beneficial for divorcing parents to...
Understanding contingencies in a real estate contract
If you are purchasing or selling a home in Indiana, your real estate contract will likely contain several contingency clauses. It is important to know about some common types of contingency clauses and what they mean. A real estate contract governs the terms of the...
Current trends in Indiana’s residential real estate market
Since the coronavirus pandemic ended, the real estate market in Indiana and the rest of the country have seen a boom. Keeping with the trend, recent data from across Indiana shows that the real estate market in the state is still growing. In fact, even as the prices...
How do I prevent payment problems with another business?
Customer-facing businesses in Indiana must ensure that the consumers of their goods and services pay their bills promptly. After all, if a business cannot convert its work into income, it will not be able to operate profitably and could wind up in financial trouble....
Calculating child support if a parent is willfully unemployed
A fundamental part of determining child support under Indiana law is calculating the parents’ income. The child has basic needs that must be met and both parents are expected to contribute. When looking at the guidelines, analyzing what the parents earn and how to...
What are my options if I am not happy with my contractor?
Many individuals and businesses in the Indianapolis area will at some point need a contractor to build a home or commercial building for them or will require significant repairs and improvements to an existing structure. These deals can cost between thousands and...
Getting through breach of contract litigation
When most businesses in Indiana are facing legal challenges, the decision-makers are looking for cost-effective solutions. However, if you are already facing litigation, what are your options? A path through litigation Breach of contract litigation is among the most...
Managing summer vacation and your child custody order
With summer break fast approaching, parents in Indiana are busy planning vacations and activities to keep their children busy. With the cost of travel today, dates and times can make a huge difference when it comes to saving money. For some parents, work and other...