Posted on July 5, 2019
Estate Blocks Dependent Relief From Companion Of Deceased
Plenty of people in romantic relationships make the decision not to get married. While there are many good reasons for this, people involved in common…
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Posted on June 24, 2019
Discovery Of Three Handwritten Wills Complicates Estate Of Aretha Franklin
Any complete estate plan, including a current, valid will, is one of the most important steps someone can take to ensure the financial security and…
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Posted on June 21, 2019
Sibling Found To Be Vexatious Litigant In Estate Dispute
It’s natural to look at estate planning as a way to prepare for the future, provide for loved ones, and reduce the likelihood of litigation…
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Posted on May 14, 2019
Wife Looks To Overturn Marriage Agreement Following Husband’s Death
Marriage contracts (also known as “pre-nups”) may not be the most romantic topic for couple about to get married, but they can be incredibly important…
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Posted on April 19, 2019
“Home” is Where the Dispute Is
In everyday conversation, people may take the simple definitions of words for granted. Take for example the word “home.” Easy enough, right? Most people have…
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Posted on February 5, 2019
Siblings at Odds Over Administration of Estate
Being named executor of an estate is not an easy responsibility to take on. An executor’s role is to carry out the testator’s wishes and…
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Posted on February 1, 2019
The Importance Of Limitation Periods When Collecting Debts Owed To An Estate
Being named the executor of an estate comes with much responsibility, including collecting debts owed to the deceased. A recent decision from the Court of…
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Posted on November 8, 2018
10 Siblings, 5 Banking Accounts, And Plenty Of Questions
While the preparation of a current and valid will can go a long way in ensuring your estate is not subject to litigation when you…
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Posted on September 27, 2018
Spouse Challenges Will Of Alcoholic Husband
One of the requirements in determining the validity of a will is that the testator have the legal capacity to write it. A recent case…
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Posted on August 16, 2018
Estate Seeks To Prohibit Social Media Posts Featuring Condo
Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are new areas of communication, and as such, can often provide the courts with interesting situations…
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