On July 1, 2020, a new law will take effect that bans the use of mobile phones while operating a motor vehicle, subject to a few narrow exceptions. The law provides that a person may not hold or use a cellular device while operating a moving motor vehicle. The following actions are excepted from the […]
In the recent case of In re the Name Change of Jane Doe, the Indiana Court of Appeals held that state law does not require that a person seeking a name change prove United States citizenship. At issue in the appeal was the petition of Jane Doe and R.A.C. (petitioners) to change their legal name […]
At Hodges and Davis, we continue to review how to balance client service and safety in this most unusual year. As you are probably aware, most of the state entered Phase 3 of Governor Holcomb’s plan for reopening the State, and Lake County will soon follow. While we are encouraged by recent developments, the safety […]
We are experiencing an economic disruption unlike any in our lifetimes. With the wholesale interruption of many business segments, market volatility, and the current stay-at-home order, it is difficult to get a handle on the long-term impact of COVID-19 on our economy and the small businesses that are a fundamental part of that economy. To […]
At Hodges and Davis, we are committed to serving our clients during this difficult time. Pursuant to the State of Indiana Executive Order 20-08, dated March 23, 2020, Hodges and Davis is included in the definition of an “Essential Business.” The Executive Order permits and encourages our firm to continue operating to address your legal […]
Attorney Gregory Sobkowski is participating in the Junior Achievement’s JA in a Day program. As part of that program, Attorney Sobkowski will be presenting a Junior Achievement’s Career Success program to ninth grade students at Portage High School in conjunction with two Purdue Northwest students. The Junior Achievement’s JA in a Day program is designed […]
On January 16, 2020, attorneys from Hodges & Davis attended the annual Lake County Bar Association Installation Dinner and Awards Reception. At the dinner, Clyde Compton was recognized for 55 years of attorney service and Lake County Bar Association 2019 President Shawn Cox passed the gavel to the new Lake County Bar Association 2020 President […]
On January 1, 2020, a new rule took effect which updated the earnings threshold necessary to exempt executive, administrative or professional employees from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) minimum wage and overtime pay requirements. The FLSA requires employers to pay the federal minimum wage to employees who work more than 40 hours per week, […]
On July 1, 2018, Indiana joined the 48 other states that allow the enforcement of so called in terrorem clauses in wills and trusts. These clauses, more commonly known as “no contest clauses” are provisions in a will or trust that state if a beneficiary seeks to contest the will or trust, they lose the […]
Does your home improvement contract comply with Indiana’s Home Improvement Contract Act (“HICA”)? The Act can be found at Indiana Code § I.C. 24-5-11. Its intent is to protect home owners by placing minimum requirements on the contents of home improvement contracts. The law places the burden on the home improvement contractors (not home owners) […]