by Lisa Adler | Sep 5, 2014 | Appointment of Healthcare Representitive, Elder Law, In the News, Incapacity Planning, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Trusts, Wills, Wills & Trusts
See the New York Times today for an article titled There’s More to Estate Planning Than the Will. It is an excellent article and well worth the read. I agree with the conclusion that documents are not enough. While it is truly a gift to your family and loved...
by Lisa Adler | Aug 29, 2014 | Elder Abuse, Elder Law, Guardianship, Incapacity Planning, Litigation, Power of Attorney, Trustee Breach, Trusts, Will Contest, Wills, Wills & Trusts
High profile celebrity deaths are regularly in the headlines. The ongoing legal battle faced by Anna Nicole Smith, and now her Estate, continues. That case included allegations of interference with inheritance. Casey Kasem’s last months raise questions about...
by Lisa Adler | Jun 30, 2014 | Intestate, Wills, Wills & Trusts
First Marriage and no children: Your surviving spouse will receive three-fourths (3/4ths) of your estate and your surviving parents will receive one-fourth (1/4) of your estate. If your parents predecease you, then your surviving spouse will receive all of your...
by Lisa Adler | Jun 20, 2014 | Intestate, Wills, Wills & Trusts
Indiana law provides a “default” estate plan for you, if you do not have a Will at your death. This is called an “intestate” estate. Does Indiana’s default plan match your intentions to provide for your loved ones? Here’s a guide...