Aubrey J. Crist Accepts Partnership at Beasley & Gilkison

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Muncie, IN January 1, 2025 – Beasley and Gilkison LLP is pleased to announce that Mrs. Aubrey J. Crist has joined the Partnership as an equity partner. Since joining the firm as an associate in 2020, Aubrey has focused her practice on Municipal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury, and Social Security Disability. Aubrey graduated from…
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Beasley & Gilkison Welcomes New Associate, Allen Wiseley

Muncie, IN September 30, 2024 – Beasley and Gilkison LLP is pleased to announce that Allen Wiseley has joined the practice as an Associate. Allen graduated from Ball State University with a degree in Political Science and History in 2016. Allen earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Dayton School of Law in Dayton,…
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Dissolution of Marriage

By: Ben Freeman Muncie, IN—Divorce laws vary widely between states. In order to file for divorce, one of the spouses must meet the state’s residency requirement. In Indiana, that time frame is six months. Across the nation, it varies from zero days to more than one year. Some believe you must divorce in the state…
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Auto Accident With An Uninsured Driver

Indiana ranks 15th in the nation for the highest percentage of uninsured drivers within our state. According to a 2021 report by the Insurance Research Council, approximately 15.8% of Hoosiers are driving uninsured. Indiana law requires minimum insurance liability coverage as follows: Bodily Injury: $25,000 per person/$50,000 per accident Property Damage: $25,000 per accident Uninsured…
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What Should I Do After A Car Accident?

The sudden onset of a car accident can leave individuals unaware of what to do next. If you are involved in a car accident with a negligent drive, remember the following steps: Injuries & Medical Attention Immediately following the collision check to see if you or any passengers in your vehicle are injured. It is…
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Governor Appoints Sara Shade

Sara Shade was appointed to the state Probate Code Study Commission. The appointment was recently made by Governor, Eric Holcomb. Sara is one of nine appointments to the commission. The commission was created to study Indiana’s probate, trust, and guardianship codes. Thecommission will recommend changes, as needed, to the Indiana General Assembly.
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Small Claims Court

By: Benjamin J. Freeman, Attorney— As any attorney will tell you, litigation can be very expensive. A lawsuit can take years to litigate through trial. Most legal disputes end in a settlement well before seeing the inside of a courtroom because the financial pressures of litigation often force the parties to the negotiating table. When both…
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Common Personal Injury Misconceptions

By: Benjamin J. Freeman, Attorney— Dealing with a personal injury is never easy. Beyond the injury itself, personal injury sufferers can expect medical bills from the healthcare providers. Many people who suffer a personal injury focus on the possibility of a personal injury settlement. However, this process can take many months and possibly years. Nonetheless,…
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Mediation – A Modern Alternative to Litigation

By: Benjamin J. Freeman, Attorney— Traditionally, parties attempting to resolve a dispute end up litigating their case in court. It is no secret that the litigation process is long, costly and unpredictable. Whether the parties are disputing a business transaction gone wrong, dissolving a marriage, or trying to determine liability for an auto accident, the process…
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