The familiar phrase “possession is nine-tenths of the law” is a practical saying, not a rule that overrides Indiana’s vehicle-title requirements. Possession and Ownership Are Different A person may possess a vehicle without owning it, and a titled owner may temporarily lack possession if the vehicle was loaned, stored, repaired, repossessed, or taken without permission.…
Read MoreWhen parents begin estate planning, one of the first questions is: How should we divide our assets? For many families, the answer is simple—equally. But equal and fair are not always the same thing. Every family is different, and estate planning gives you the opportunity to consider your family’s unique circumstances and make those decisions…
Read MoreAs a medical malpractice defense attorney, it is not uncommon to encounter patients who describe situations where if their concerns had been addressed differently or had they felt heard earlier in the process, they might have never pursued legal action. In some medical malpractice cases, a patient’s decision to file a lawsuit is not driven…
Read MoreThere has been yet another shift in federal beneficial-ownership reporting requirements for businesses involved in real estate transactions. In August 2026, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) finalized a rule permanently removing Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) beneficial-ownership reporting requirements for U.S.-formed companies. This is generally viewed as a positive development amongst real estate investors. Foreign…
Read MoreGuardianship abuse occurs when a guardian misuses their authority, neglects an incapacitated adult’s needs, or fails to act in that person’s best interests. Some examples often involve isolation, financial misuse, or even physical neglect. In both Indiana and Michigan, guardians of incapacitated adults have a duty to submit an annual or biennial report addressing the…
Read MoreNearly everyone makes an estate plan at some point in their life. Many people end up update their plans after major life events, like marriage, divorce, and children. To capitalize on this near-universal need, dozens of online services have sprung up in recent years that provide documents to write your own wills, trusts, and other…
Read MoreIt can be confusing as to what the difference is between arbitration and traditional court litigation. There are times when you get to choose between the two. But what if you don’t get that choice and arbitration is your only avenue to seek justice? A few beneficial points about arbitration: If you have questions about…
Read MoreEmployers throughout Indiana and across the country have faced increased questions about how to respond when U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) agents arrive at a workplace as part of an immigration enforcement operation. Employers may be uncertain about what access ICE agents are entitled to and whether an employer may decline an agent’s request.…
Read MoreHiring an attorney when you are a party to a lawsuit has always been important for Plaintiffs and Defendants alike. Attorneys, unlike artificial intelligence, are licensed professionals educated and trained to advise, counsel, advocate on your behalf, and represent your interests. Courts in Indiana are governed by the Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure and the…
Read MoreWhen someone is injured on another person’s property, the injured party often brings a premises liability claim against every business or individual connected to the location. Courts in Indiana have long held “[t]he mere allegation of a fall is insufficient to establish negligence, and negligence cannot be inferred from the mere fact of a fall.”…
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