When dividing your marital property in a divorce, some things are easier to split than others. One of the more technically challenging types of property to divide in divorce is a retirement account. Many Indiana residents have retirement accounts, either privately or...
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Is an uncontested divorce the same thing as a no-fault divorce?
If you're just beginning the divorce process, you may be confused by some of the legal terminology you're coming across. You may wonder what it means for a divorce to be "no-fault" or "uncontested." Do these terms mean the same thing? The answer is no. In this blog...
Ending a marriage through collaborative divorce
While many divorces lead to disagreements between the spouses involved, not all divorces have to be bitter and nasty. The collaborative divorce process is aimed at helping reduce the negative emotions and adversarial nature of divorce litigation. Using mediation and...
Indiana gears up for new biotech businesses
If all goes according to plan, Indiana will soon see a boom in biotechnology business. The U.S. Department of Commerce recently announced an initiative that will fund technology business in 31 locations across the country, concentrating on industries that it considers...
What is the impact of property encroachments on home value?
Property encroachments, though they might sound like a minor concern, can significantly impact the value of your home. This occurs when a neighboring property owner's structure, like a fence, shed or part of their building, crosses over the property line onto your...
Are you arguing with your co-parent?
There’s no question that co-parenting a child is challenging. While you may generally have a respectful and smooth relationship with your co-parent, you are bound to disagree at some point. It can be helpful to know the most common topics co-parents disagree about and...
What does rehabilitative maintenance entail in Indiana?
Finances are one of the primary worries for people as they are getting divorced in Indiana. In a family where only one of the spouses earned a living, the Court may order the the monied spouse to pay spousal maintenance. The spouse who was either a homemaker or...
Drafting a partnership agreement
Of all the formats for a new business -- LLCs, corporations, S-corporations and so on -- a general partnership is one of the easiest in many ways. If you're starting a general partnership, you don't necessarily need to file any paperwork with the Indiana Secretary of...
Is your business prepared for emergencies?
Owning and running an Indiana business can be fulfilling and exciting, especially when things are going smoothly. However, unexpected events, such as a natural disaster, could financially devastate your business and or even threaten your entire business operations....
What should you do if your only option is to sell your business?
The decision to sell a business can arise from various circumstances. While a business's significant struggles may prompt a sale, other compelling reasons exist, like retirement, changing priorities or seizing new opportunities. Regardless of the motive, understanding...