Thomas E Scifres PC - Attorney At Law

10/21/2026

What Issues Can Delay Your Personal Injury Settlement Check?

If you have had a personal injury upend your life, you know how disruptive it can be. You are also likely familiar with how long, painful, arduous, and downright stressful the process of seeking a personal injury settlement can be.

Perhaps the most common question we get as personal injury attorneys is the age-old problem of why a client’s personal injury settlement check has been delayed or hasn’t yet arrived. These are clients who have already filed their claim and are waiting to be fairly compensated by their insurance companies, but have been left waiting, potentially indefinitely without the help of an attorney.

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10/14/2026

What Else Can A Personal Injury Attorney Do For Me?

If you have been through a personal injury, a personal injury attorney can do many things for you, both in terms of your case and your recovery from your injury. In addition to negotiation and litigation, a personal injury attorney can:

Help prevent you from making rookie mistakes. There are many basics about pursuing a personal injury case that the average person simply doesn’t know. For example, a personal injury attorney will tell you to seek medical care as soon as possible after an accident, even if you don’t think an injury is that bad.

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10/07/2026

The Living Will - Despite its curious name, the Living Will has nothing to do with your Will, or your assets. It is a document that declares that, if certain conditions are met, you no longer wish to be kept alive artificially. Many clients express concern that they don’t want to be taken too soon. This document does not allow for that. For a Living Will to come into play, the following must be true: (1) You have a terminal illness (it is fatal); (2) There is no medical cure; (3) Your death is imminent; and (4) The use of life-preserving measures would serve only to prolong the dying process.

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09/30/2026

What Factors Do Indiana Probate Courts Consider When Deciding Between Conflicting Wills?

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09/22/2026

Can An Occupant Be Forced To Move Out Of The Deceased’s Home During Indiana Probate If They’re Not A Named Heir?

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09/14/2026

What Qualifies As A Small Estate Under Indiana Probate Law In Washington County?

A “small estate” does not require formal probate administration through the courts. What is a “small estate?” In the State of Indiana, if the net value of an estate after the payment of liens, encumbrances, reasonable funeral and burial expenses, and the costs of administration, exceeds $100,000, then formal probate administration is required. If it is less than that threshold amount, then assets can be transferred via the “Small Estate Affidavit” under Indiana Code 29-1-8-3.

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09/04/2026

What Qualifies As A Small Estate Under Indiana Probate Law In Washington County?

A “small estate” does not require formal probate administration through the courts. What is a “small estate?” In the State of Indiana, if the net value of an estate after the payment of liens, encumbrances, reasonable funeral and burial expenses, and the costs of administration, exceeds $100,000, then formal probate administration is required.

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08/24/2026

How Much Time And Commitment Does Guardianship Involve? | Indiana Guardianship Lawyer

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www.scifreslaw.com Thomas E. Scifres, PC - Attorney At Law 43 Public Square, Salem, IN 47167, United States (812) 359-7569 The time and commitment involved in guardianship can vary depending on the individual’s needs. For a minor, the responsibilities are similar to those of a parent and depend on...

08/10/2026

Potential Challenges Of Being A Guardian In Indiana | Attorney Thomas Scifres

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www.scifreslaw.com Thomas E. Scifres, PC - Attorney At Law 43 Public Square, Salem, IN 47167, United States (812) 359-7569 Guardianship comes with several challenges, especially when it involves proving necessity and managing responsibilities. Convincing the court of the need for guardianship is oft...

08/03/2026

What Are The Costs Associated With Guardianship? | Indiana Guardianship Lawyer

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www.scifreslaw.com Thomas E. Scifres, PC - Attorney At Law 43 Public Square, Salem, IN 47167, United States (812) 359-7569 The costs of guardianship involve both legal fees and ongoing expenses related to the care of the ward. Legal fees are generally required for filing the petition, and they vary....