The beneficiaries of a trust receive access to assets when their circumstances meet the rules put in place by the creator of the trust. In some scenarios, trust assets are only available for specific expenses, like educational costs. Other times, an individual's...
Has someone interfered with your inheritance? This may be a relative or complete stranger. Unfortunately, these situations are more common than many people realize. Here, you can find the steps to navigate the complexities of interference and find a resolution that...
A codicil is a legal amendment to a will that specifies certain modifications to the original document. Although it is enacted or executed after the will, it is legally enforceable and considered part of the testator's final wishes. Challenging a codicil can be a...
Do you ever wonder why stepmothers get such a bad rap? Blended families have become increasingly common in modern society, but this can lead to some complex family dynamics. And, since women tend to outlive the men in their lives, it can also lead to some serious...
Dealing with disputes after losing a loved one can be stressful. Different factors contribute to estate disputes, and some can be so serious that family members may suffer a significant impact on their relationship. Nonetheless, you can solve estate disputes. Here is...
When you take a will to probate, you expect everything to go smoothly. However, this is not always the case. An interested party can contest it on different grounds. And in some cases, you may be the primary party of the contest. If a will is contested, as an...
When a loved one dies, finding out that they omitted you from their will can be difficult to deal with. Your emotions may be further aggravated if you learn that the person they have bequeathed their assets to is someone you do not believe to be deserving of their...
Sentimental items are often at the heart of estate disputes. The exact items can vary widely from family to family, but often include things like books, artwork, furniture and even everyday trinkets like serving dishes or clothes. These disputes can sometimes be a bit...
A will is one of the most important legal documents you could ever create. At its most basic level, a will outlines your wishes with regard to what you want to happen to your assets when you die. Without a will in place at the time of your death, the ways in which...
When someone owns a home, it may be the largest asset that they hope to pass to their children or other beneficiaries when they die. Homes represent many years of someone's wages and a lifetime of diligent upkeep. Unfortunately, the real property owned by someone who...