Legal

More than 200 new state laws went into effect Friday. Unless you like to throw caution to the wind – which is not known as a wise tactic in the face of law enforcement – it’s a good idea to take note of what’s now on your...

Aging, Vacant and Underutilized "Dinosaur" Buildings Get New Life The Northwest Indiana Forum (Forum) is pleased to announce the passage of House Enrolled Act 1005 enhancing the Industrial Recovery Tax Credit (commonly known as the “Dinosaur...

When an individual acquires ownership of an asset – whether it is a home, a motor vehicle, a boat, or any other type of property – it is important to understand the significance of various types of ownership designations. Ownership of an asset by...

A last will and testament is a legal document that determines what happens to your property after your death. It is an estate-planning tool that is often used in conjunction with other devices, such as a trust. Making a will is a responsibility, as...

The Elkhart Truth reports on the latest bill to protect the Great Lakes system. Indiana and surrounding states — and even two Canadian provinces — have worked over the past few years, namely via the Great Lakes Compact, to protect the...

Walk-in Service to be Offered Thursday, April 7 Only Some tax preparation slots remain open for low moderate income and elderly looking to have their taxes prepared at no charge for the 2010 tax season said George Kuebler, VITA facilitator for Porter...

‘Tis the season to file your taxes. Even though Vice President Joe Biden says it should make you feel "patriotic," it’s possible you may feel a little like something else when you see how much you owe. Entrepreneur.com has at least a few useful...

State forms available online, by phone and at local offices State Senator Karen Tallian (D-Portage) wants to ensure that all Senate District 4 residents are able to obtain the tax forms they need during the 2011 tax season. After the Indiana...

Local Lawmaker to Serve on Four Key Senate Committees President Pro Tem David C. Long (R-Fort Wayne) today appointed State Sen. Ed Charbonneau (R-Valparaiso) to serve as ranking member of the Senate Committee on Appropriations. Charbonneau said the...

You are cordially invited to attend a Will's Clinic, sponsored by Rhame and Elwood, to be held at the Portage Township YMCA at 3100 Willowcreek Road in Portage. The clinic will be presented by a panel of local Attorney’s from Rhame and Elwood in...