When considering whether to contest a decedent’s Last Will and Testament, an individual should consider whether red flags might be present which may point to a successful basis to challenge a disputed Will.
One of the most important estate planning documents for all persons over the age of 18 to consider is a durable power of attorney.
There are good reasons why people want their estates to avoid probate, and a lot of ways to do it.
For those of us involved as care providers for someone having difficulty handling his/her own affairs, whether it’s a family member or not, requires that we have the legal authority to do what’s in that person’s best interest.
Who’s going to inherit on the death of one of the re-marrieds? Will this be the surviving spouse? If so, where will those inherited monies go on the second-to-die’s death?
Dealing with a sick family member is a challenging and emotional time.
Your estate planning is done, but is it? A periodic review is an important ongoing step to your planning.
These agents take over your affairs in specific areas, if you become physically or mentally incapacitated.
Seeking a guardianship for a loved one is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Here’s how the process works.
Executors can use additional information in administering estates, especially if the executor is unrelated to the decedent.
