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 Number of Famous People Have Died without Estate Plans
Prince joins a list of entertainers who have died intestate. Prince is not the first entertainer to pass away without an ... Estate Planning

Date: 06/07/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Challenges to Sumner Redstone’s Competency Continue
Another legal challenge on competency follows Redstone's successful defense against charges filed by ex-girlfriend. Media ... Trusts

Date: 06/06/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Drummer’s Long-Lost Wife Gets Nothing from Estate
Former Motorhead musician leaves his divorced wife nothing in his will. Phil Taylor, drummer for the rock band Motorhead, ... Will

Date: 05/27/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Hospices Linked to Medicare Fraud
Report suggests hospices are key source of suspected Medicare fraud. A report by a government agency points at hospices as a ... Elder Law

Date: 05/24/2016 Category: General
The IRS Isn’t Easily Misled on Art Value
The IRS has its own methods when it comes time to set the value of prized collections. Estate taxes are not an exception when ... Estate Tax

Date: 05/22/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Nursing Home Costs Continue to Increase
The cost of nursing home care varies from state to state but still keeps increasing. The Lincoln Financial Group has ... Elder Law

Date: 05/13/2016 Category: Estate Planning | General
A Contingent Beneficiary for Your IRA Is Important
A recent IRS ruling highlights why it is important to designate a contingent beneficiary for your IRA in case the primary ... Beneficiaries

Date: 05/13/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Keeping the Family Business in Business
A good estate plan may prevent the family business from failing after the first generation passes away. Family business ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/12/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Increased Minimum Wage Improves Service?
Advocacy group says increasing the minimum wage will improve care for seniors in nursing homes. An increase in the minimum ... Estate Law

Date: 05/11/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Another Battle Likely over a Celebrity’s Estate
Sister files papers in court claiming Prince died without a will. Recently deceased entertainer Prince apparently died ... Estate Planning

Date: 05/10/2016 Category: Estate Planning
Owner of New Orleans Saints Claims Family Members Tried to Kill Him
Legal fight between Tom Benson and family members brings up serious charges. The bitter fight between New Orleans Saints and ... Trusts

Date: 05/10/2016 Category: General
Medicaid Eligibility Issue Unresolved
Federal judge's decision leaves key Medicaid eligibility question unanswered. South Dakota resident Howard Johnson requested ... Elder Law

Date: 05/09/2016 Category: Estate Planning

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