Our Estate Planning & Probate Blog

When it comes to estate planning, a little information can go a long way. In our blog, our legal team explores common problems we see when reviewing estate plans, as well as tips you can put into practice immediately to protect your future.

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A Growing Elderly Population Challenges Hospice Industry
Some patients may be better off being allowed to pass away peacefully and with as little pain as possible, when death becomes ... Elder Issues

Date: 10/25/2017 Category: Estate Planning
A New Focus on Transportation for Seniors
Once the elderly stop driving, they need a new mode of transportation and that may be ridesharing. New companies are working ... Elder Issues

Date: 10/24/2017 Category: General
Inherited Roth IRA Can Be Stretched
Minimum disbursements can be a problem but not necessarily, if you have an inherited Roth IRA. Because a Roth IRA is subject ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/23/2017 Category: Estate Planning
The Widow of Alan Thicke Wins First Round
Disagreement between stepparents and stepchildren isn't unusual. However, the fight over Thicke's estate is taking ... Estate Litigation

Date: 10/20/2017 Category: Probate
Life Insurance Is Beneficial but Must Be Handled Correctly
The primary benefits can't be paid out, if there is confusion on the beneficiary. The idea of life insurance in estate ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/19/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Americans Are Not Saving Enough
It seems to be difficult to save for elder years and there are fewer and fewer pensions offered. It is thought that people ... Elder Issues

Date: 10/18/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Jerry Lewis Cut Sons Out of Will
Comedian apparently had severed all ties with first wife and their children. As some of the details from the will of ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/17/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Hurricanes Can Affect Estate Plan
Storms can force temporary relocation to another state, as well as another look at your plan. Once again multiple hurricanes ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/16/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Passing Copyrights on in Estate Planning
Few people have any idea what a copyright protects or how it is enforced. Just how do you pass it along from generation to ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/13/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Only Morons Pay Estate Tax?
Regardless of language, the White House has an interesting viewpoint of the estate tax. In an attempt to convince the ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/12/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Driving Can Be Difficult for Elderly to Give Up
Driving requires quick reflexes and good motor skills. Families face difficulties with the elderly, when safety comes into ... Elder Issues

Date: 10/11/2017 Category: Estate Planning
Crypto Currency Can Create Problems for Estate Plans
Millions of dollars have been lost in estate plans because heirs weren't aware of digital assets. Despite the fact that ... Estate Planning

Date: 10/10/2017 Category: Estate Planning

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