When Does a Power of Attorney Fail to Do Its Job?
Every estate plan should have a power of attorney, in which you give one or more people authority to act as agents on your behalf when you aren’t able to.
How Does the Generation-Skipping Transfer Tax Work in Estate Planning?
Estate planning can help you pass on assets to your heirs, while potentially minimizing taxes. When gifting assets, it’s important to consider when and how the generation-skipping tax transfer (GSTT) may apply.
Estate Battle with Millions at Stake in New Orleans
The widow of car-dealership magnate Ray Brandt filed court papers to evict her family from their Old Metairie compound on Tuesday, the latest escalation of a bitter family battle over control of the massive estate that Brandt left behind when he died in late 2019.
Planning Future for Nontraditional Families
Some people are concerned that the new conservative 6-3 majority on the Supreme Court will roll back protections for non-traditional families. Regardless of the decisions at the Supreme Court, or the impact on the state family courts, there are many ways that non-traditional families can maintain control.
‘Real Housewives’ Ex under Temporary Conservatorship
Tom Girardi, estranged husband of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Erika Jayne, has been placed under a temporary conservatorship.
Did the Pandemic Put a Premium on Estate Planning?
More Americans turned their attention to life insurance, wills and trusts last year, as the coronavirus pandemic made the reality of death unavoidable.
Does an Estate Plan Need to Change because of the New Administration?
Now that there is a Democratic majority in the Senate and the House of Representatives, estate and gift tax law changes are expected to occur in 2021 or 2022.
Millennials, It’s Time to Talk Estate Planning With Your Parents
Millennials, It’s Time to Talk Estate Planning With Your Parents Every generation gets it. some stigma as to how they act as a generation. Some say millennials are selfish and uncaring about the future. They have have gotten a bad…
How Is Tony Bennett Doing with Alzheimer’s?
Tony Bennett has revealed that he has been living with Alzheimer's Disease for the last four years.
Can You Amend a Power of Attorney?
If the durable power of attorney can't be transferred, what needs to be done to establish a new durable power of attorney for my aunt despite her mental incapacity?