Sudden, serious illnesses or injuries may leave people physically or mentally incapacitated. In such conditions, patients often do not have the ability to tell the doctors what they do and do not want in terms of treatment and care. Therefore, the decisions fall to...
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Can sibling rivalry lead to litigation?
Sibling rivalry happens in many families across the country, with these rivalries often starting in childhood and maintaining even through adulthood. In some cases, this rivalry can lead to major issues. For example, in the event of a parent's death, these rivalries...
What is an advance directive?
When you focus on your estate plan, you will likely spend most of your time working on things like your will and any potential trusts you want to set up. These all serve your estate well after your death, but did you know that you can take steps to protect your family...
What do you know about talking to your parents about their estate plan?
Recently, your parents shared they want to retire in a few years. While you feel excited about this next chapter of their lives, you also want to help them plan for every aspect of their golden years. Money Crashers explains how to discuss estate planning with your...
3 reasons a Texas will may not be legally valid
From document errors to concerns about the author’s intentions and mental capacity, there are several reasons that a will may not hold up to legal scrutiny. In Texas, individuals who have an interest in the deceased’s estate may contest the will’s validity if they...
Common details of funeral services and trusts
No matter what age people are when they begin to invest in their future with estate planning, funerals are an inevitability worth preparing for. Funerals offer a chance for loved ones to grieve but also come at a high cost. Funerals that have the backing of a pre-paid...
What duties do trustees have?
If a loved one named you trustee or you want to choose trustee candidates for your trust, you deserve to know the role's responsibilities. Once you understand a trustee's duties, you have a better idea of how to narrow your options or decide if you have the right...