Americans are confused. They're confused about estate planning and rightfully so, it's a diverse topic. Should you create a will, a trust or both? It depends because they serve different purposes, but both can be beneficial to form a complete estate plan. Will and...
Estate litigation continuous since famed singer’s death
Issues with estate plans and their aftermath following the death of the testator happen relatively frequently in New York and across the nation. While many do not reach the level where they are discussed in the public sphere and reported in the news, it is useful to...Predatory Guardians Are A Growing Problem
For many people, there comes a point in life where it becomes difficult or impossible to make sound personal decisions. For people with special needs, illnesses that affect mental capacity, and minor children, a guardian may be appointed to make those decisions. When...Understanding how to account for cryptocurrency in an estate plan
As technology increases and different methods of accruing assets become more prominent, New Yorkers who have these assets in their portfolio should be aware of how to account for them in an estate plan. This is true even if these assets fluctuate in value, popularity...What should I know about probate in New York?
The death of a loved one is a difficult situation to deal with for people throughout New York. One issue that many do not want to think about is how the decedent’s assets will be handled after they have died. But, the distribution of assets and probate...
