Even when planning for competency issues is in place, there can still be problems. When a highly-intelligent public figure makes decisions his kids thinks are wrong, who is right? The case of Buzz Aldrin, who is taking his son and daughter to court on charges of fraud, conspiracy and exploitation…
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How Singles Can Address Estate, Financial and Emergency Planning
Not having a spouse makes it more important for singles to plan to protect themselves from a legal and financial standpoint. Everyone should have a plan in place for incapacity, affirms fox5atlanta.com in a recent article, “Estate, emergency planning for single people.” This is especially true for singles. While married…
Have It Your Way, With a Will
Without a will, decisions about your life, property and children will be made by someone who does not know you or your family. With a will, you have the ability to express your wishes. You need a will! Having a will is not just for wealthy folks, who need to…
Tom Benson Excludes Daughter and Grandchildren from his Will
Before he died, the owner of the New Orleans Saints and Pelicans gave millions of dollars of property to his daughter and her children, but they were not included in his last will and testament. The last will of multi-millionaire Tom Benson, who owned several professional sports teams and other…
When the Heir is Not A Family Member
A cautionary tale ends with a will being declared invalid, firings at the local police station and a lesson in elder abuse. A wealthy 92 year old woman suffering from dementia left a $2 million estate to a local police sergeant but after three years of legal wrangling, her will…