While primarily known for making many of the 2018 Trump tax cuts permanent, PL 119-21 (commonly known as the One Big Beautiful Bill) brought welcome simplification to structuring farming operations for working with the Farm Service Agency.

As of the start of 2026, Indiana is among the 20 states with active data privacy legislation aimed at protecting consumers’ personal data and keeping consumers informed about how their data is being used. The Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act (INCDPA) was enacted on May 1, 2023, and became effective on January 1, 2026.

Here’s what business owners need to know about consumer rights created under the INCDPA:

Gutwein Law is pleased to announce that Longsworth Law LLC is joining the firm, marking the expansion of Gutwein Law into the Fort Wayne market. As part of the transition, attorney Jeanne Longsworth will join as a Partner, along with two paralegals.

Gutwein Law would like to congratulate three of its attorneys for being named to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America^®  2026 list. Lawyers included in the list are divided by geographic region and practice areas. They are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional knowledge and experience, and undergo an authentication process to make sure they are in current practice and in good standing.

In today’s fast-paced and inter-connected world, ambitious companies are experiencing growth like never before. They’re scaling operations, entering new markets, and broadening their reach across states and countries. But with this exciting expansion comes a host of legal complexities that even the most forward-thinking business leaders must address.