In Indiana, a probate estate valued at $100,000 or less is considered a “small estate” and can avoid traditional probate for deaths occurring after June 30th, 2022 (the point where legislation raised the estate cumulative value threshold from $50,000 to…
Telecommuting and Venue Challenges This past year, businesses across the country redefined how work is conducted as many employees moved from corporate offices to home offices, kitchen tables, or family rooms. Many discussions likely focused on liability and security threats…
Several weeks ago, a federal judge in Illinois allowed a class action lawsuit to proceed against the National Association of Realtors and four other major brokerages. The lawsuit, Moehrl v. National Association of Realtors, filed by several homeowners, alleges unfair…
UPDATE: The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 was signed by President Trump on December 27, 2020. Nearly 9 months after the CARES Act was signed into law, Congress has agreed on a new federal stimulus package that is likely to be…
Several weeks ago, the United States Department of Justice filed a complaint against the National Association of Realtors for alleged anticompetitive acts. In addition to filing the complaint, the DOJ proposed a Final Judgement or settlement for the case. It…
Small Business Saturday is November 27, 2021. Below is a list of 25 local small businesses to stop by or call whether you’re in need of repair services or are looking for Christmas gifts. Shop local and shop safely! Anderson’s…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has implemented a nationwide eviction moratorium on all residential rental units. In summary, the CDC Moratorium applies to: Any tenant, lessee, or resident of a residential property who provides to their landlord, the…
The Illinois Supreme Court recently ruled that workers’ compensation can apply to everyday acts if the acts might be reasonably expected to be performed in fulling their assigned job duties. In a September 24 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that…
College Expenses in Divorces Many divorces do not specify exact college expenses. Often, when the divorce is finalized, the child is too young to project actual college costs. Courts commonly reserve these expenses for future consideration. Once the child approaches…
Allocation of Assets A primary issue in divorce is the allocation of assets and the division of debts acquired throughout the marriage. Cooperation from both parties can result in a smoother divorce process. Marital assets subject to division can include…