Thinking about creating a Will, but not sure what that really means? The structure of an Estate Plan will vary from person to person, but a comprehensive Will should include the following documents: 1. Last Will and Testament 2. Financial Power of Attorney 3. Healthcare Directives A Comprehensive Estate Plan Your Last Will and Testament is a legal document that …
Most Famous Battles over Celebrity Wills
Celebrities and their families are really just like us when it come down to it. They love, they fight, and they battle it out over their family members’ wills. These are the most famous battles over celebrity wills and estates. B.B. King’s Will After B.B. King’s passing, his will came under fire when his family claimed he was poisoned. His …
Should I get a Lawyer for my Will?
Making a will can be a daunting process, but with the help of an experienced attorney, the process can be made less daunting. There are just a few requirements in order to make your will legal. The basics of making a will For those who want to write their own will there are many do-it-yourself wills that you can download …
Challenging a Will: Difficult Yet Possible.
To Challenge or Not To Challenge Challenging a will is difficult, but it can be done. You can challenge a will on the grounds that the will was the result of fraud, mistake, lack of capacity, or undue influence on the person who made the will—referred to as the “decedent” after death. Each state has their own probate courts where …
Ernie Banks’ Family Contests His Will Following Dementia Death
He was the rare sports start to transcend athleticism and become a cultural legend. Ernie Banks, known to millions as “Mr. Sunshine,” spent decades as a star player for the Chicago Cubs. He emerged as an influential figure for race relations in the U.S. and eventually earned the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2013. View image | gettyimages.com Banks passed …