"Survey reveals Americans' increasing openness to new methods of burials," Tanya D. Marsh, a professor at Wake Forest University explains in an Indianapolis Star piece. Of the six legal methods of disposition of human remains (cremation, casket burial, green burial,...
Elder law
Don’t Forget to Ask the “What If?” Question
"As life expectancy extends, a retirement nest egg needs to account for not only extra spending years, but also the out-of-pocket healthcare costs that accompany it," financial advisor Andrew Crowell cautions clients planning for their golden...
Talking About Death Might Help — Both You and Them
Death is difficult to talk about, but JADE, the Jewish Association for Death Education, exists to make those conversations a little easier. Founded By Susan Kramer and David Zimmer in 2023, JADE's mission is to guide Jewish individuals and families through dying,...
Introducing Geyer Law’s Newest Associate
Geyer Legal Group, PC is pleased to introduce Nicole R. Eckert as our newest associate attorney. Nicole will focus her practice on helping clients with their estate planning and elder law needs. Nicole’s academic journey began at Indiana University’s Kelley School of...
Remembering Robert Redford – Lessons in Legacy
Write-ups about Robert Redford’s death emphasize that he not only achieved fame, but also wanted to leave a legacy for the benefit of the motion picture industry.
Estate Planning for Those Aging on Their Own in Indiana
There is a rising number of adults aging without the traditional support of a partner, spouse, or children living nearby.
Gearing Up for Elder Medical Bills
It’s hard to gear up for the unpredictable, but it’s crucial to prepare for the inevitable need for medical care as we age. Navigating the Medicaid system may be part of the puzzle.
DISC-Driven Estate Planning in Indiana
Behavioral qualities make people act in a certain way, and estate planning is a particularly sensitive top, with different personality types tending to react differently.
Bequeathing Ideas and Values
There’s more than one way to share a legacy. In addition to passing on assets, total estate planning includes passing on values and ideals.
In With the Old
There have been many changes in estate planning law, in technology, and in the law. Some principles of estate planning, though, never change.

