Legal

Moving Over One Lane - It Is Now the Law

Anytime you see a patrol car on the side of the road the new law states that you must try to move over one lane if you are able to give room to anyone trying to exit the vehicle. This law has come into effect in many states and is due to the numerous accidents that have occurred when someone was trying to exit their car while they were on the side of the road. They may have been trying to change a flat tire or making a quick car repair and were hit by a passing vehicle.

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Should America Change Our Firearm Laws After the Columbine Shooting?

On April 20, 1999, two high school students massacred a dozen of their classmates and injured countless others. They used sawed off shotguns, an automatic 9mm, and various other firearms to murder their peers. These boys (Eric Harris, and Dylan Klebold) bought illegal firearms and made explosives in one of the boys' basements to use that day.

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The Benefits of Using Divorce Mediation

A divorce is often synonymous with stress. The closer a person's divorce case gets to court, the more powerless and helpless they tend to feel. Court is time consuming, expensive, and a judge decides the final outcome rather than the individuals going through the divorce. However, it is quite possible for the parties involved to have control over the process through divorce mediation.

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What Happens to My Assets If I Die Without a Will?

Dying without a will is referred to as dying "intestate." In the event that you die without have a valid will that instructs how your probate assets are distributed, the law requires that your estate be distributed according to the rules of "intestate succession." In Indiana, these rules generally require that your probate estate be distributed as follows, depending upon your marital and family status:

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Is A Divorce Mediation Settlement Legally Binding?

Yes, either the mediation will close with a signed agreement, or if attorneys are representing the parties they will commit to ending the lawsuit with a formal settlement and release agreement. We always recommend a formal agreement is prepared before the parties leave the mediation. Some courts require that process, particularly if a case in litigation is required to go to mediation prior to the commencement of the case.

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Drafting Your Last Will - Helpful Tips to Get You Started

Let's face it, drafting your last will and testament is probably not high on your to-do list. It doesn't come as a surprise, either, that people want to hold off doing this as long as possible; after all, who wants to be reminded that they are mortal? However, regardless of the size of your estate it is important to designate who receives your money and property after you die. If you have children, you definitely want to make sure they have proper guardianship in the event of a sudden, untimely passing. If you are not sure how to go about drafting your will, here are a few tips to get you started.

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