Indiana recently updated its probate code, and those changes took effect on July 1, 2025. The amendments refine how wills are interpreted, how estates are administered, and how courts handle filings and closing procedures. These updates modernize estate administration across the state, giving families clearer direction and streamlining several technical…
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Indiana Appeals Court Clarifies Duties In Supervised Estate Administration
The Indiana Court of Appeals recently issued a decision that highlights how disputes can unfold when families manage supervised estates. In Daniel L. Stephan v. Douglas Stephan, et al., the court explained what happens when heirs disagree over property control and how courts oversee the personal representative’s actions. The ruling…
Understanding Your Legal Rights After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash Involving an Indiana Resident
A recent crash right across the state line took the life of an Indiana motorcyclist. A vehicle crossed the center line on a rural road and collided head-on with the motorcycle. The rider was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving family and friends in grief and financial distress. If you…
Indiana Supreme Court Sets Clear Rules for Medical Malpractice Cases Involving Multiple Providers
A landmark decision from the Indiana Supreme Court outlines how medical malpractice victims may recover maximum compensation when more than one provider contributes to an injury. In Abbas v. Neter‑Nu, the court upheld a jury verdict in favor of the patient but clarified how prejudgment interest and liability caps apply…
Understanding Your Rights After a Fatal Indiana Accident
If you lost a loved one or suffered injuries in a crash caused by someone who disregarded a stop sign, you may have legal options under Indiana law. Earlier this month in Elkhart County, two people were killed and two others injured when a vehicle entered the intersection of County…
Semi-Truck Crash on I-65 Near Lowell Leaves Several Injured
Several people were injured on July 6, 2025, when a JB Hunt semi-truck collided with multiple vehicles and overturned on I-65 near Lowell, Indiana. The crash shut down both directions of the interstate, causing significant delays during a busy travel weekend. If you were involved in a crash like this…
Should You Create a Will or a Trust in Indiana?
If you want to make sure your property goes to the right people when you die, you have two primary estate planning tools to choose from: a will or a trust. Each serves a different purpose and offers its own benefits. Deciding which one is right for you depends on…
What Happens If You Die Without a Will in Indiana?
If you pass away without a valid will in Indiana, state law decides who inherits your property—regardless of your personal wishes. This is called intestate succession. Without a will, your loved ones may face confusion, delays, and even legal disputes. You lose the ability to choose who receives your assets,…
Indiana School Bus Accidents and Summer Camp Transportation Injuries
A four-vehicle crash in LaPorte County recently sent shockwaves through the community after two mini school buses were involved in the collision. These buses were transporting students for the LaPorte County Public Library system, a reminder that even educational or recreational trips come with serious risks. Although no students were…
Fatal Crash on I-65 Illustrates the Dangers All Indiana Drivers Face
High-speed traffic corridors like I-65 often become the site of devastating accidents that change lives in an instant. A recent deadly crash on the ramp connecting Interstate 65 southbound to Interstate 465 southbound in Indianapolis reinforces how quickly tragedy can unfold on Indiana highways. When fatal collisions occur on roads…