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Changes to Overtime Exemption Rule

Earlier this year, Beers Mallers provided a post about a change in the overtime rules imposed by a new regulation issued by the United States Department of Labor. On Friday, November 15, 2024, a federal judge in Texas vacated the rule.

How Do Digital Assets Fit into Estate Planning? by Tony B. Manns

As life becomes increasingly digitized, it is more important than ever to consider digital assets when planning your estate and drafting your estate planning documents

Changes to Medicaid by Heidi B. Adair

The rules around qualifying for Medicaid in Indiana changed drastically beginning in July 2024. The two biggest changes center around IRAs and Personal Services Contracts. Prior to July 1, 2024, any

How Can You Avoid Common Pitfalls When Naming Beneficiaries on Your Accounts? by Troy C. Kiefer

Choosing beneficiaries for your financial accounts, like retirement funds, life insurance, and bank accounts, seems simple, but mistakes can lead to serious problems. One common pitfall is failing to update your beneficiaries.

Can I still get Medicaid waiver services at home or in an assisted living facility? by Janell M. Sprinkle

The current confusion with benefits stems from amendments to Indiana’s Medicaid Waiver program that went into effect July 1, 2024

Most Significant Issues in the Long-Term Care by Kurt R. Bachman

The process of planning with a client for long-term care, asset preservation, and estate planning has revealed many regularly recurring elder law issues that are common among many clients.