All California residents need to think about a future in which they are no longer here but their loved ones are. It is a difficult matter to reconcile one's mortality, but it is something that must be done. With that, a wills a necessary document for estate...
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Preparing a California Advance Health Care Directive
When most people think of estate planning they think of preparing a will or trust to direct the distribution of their property upon death. But the estate planning process is also an ideal time to prepare a California Advance Health Care Directive.The California...
Ernie Banks’ widow disputes new will signed months before death
Baseball fans of a certain age will remember Ernie Banks, the former Chicago Cub shortstop and first baseman whom many consider one of the best players of all time. Banks was the first African-American to play for the Cubs and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in...
Understanding properties the that terms of the will covers
When a person in Sacramento takes steps to shore up his or her estate by preparing a will, it might seem like a relatively straightforward process. However, many are not fully aware of what the terms of a will entail especially when it comes to what is covered by it....
How failing to draft a will affects an estate in California
For many in California, it can be uncomfortable to consider the inevitable reality of death. But, it is something that will happen to everyone. With that in mind, there are certain issues that have to be accounted for regardless of the financial and personal situation...
David Bowie’s will shows what CA estate planning can do
The death of rock legend David Bowie at the age of 69 on January 10 came as a shock to many music fans in Northern California. Fortunately for his loved ones, Bowie had prepared an estate plan and executed a will in 2004.Bowie left an estate estimated to be worth...
No contest clause at issue in singer James Brown’s will
Many California music fans remember singer James Brown, the "Godfather of Soul," who died nine years ago. Unfortunately, litigation over his estate remains ongoing. Recently, four of Brown's six children reached a settlement agreement, which has been submitted to a...
How does divorce impact wills drafted during marriage?
No matter the age of a couple, it is not uncommon to draft a will and establish an estate plan at some point during a marriage. Major decisions are made in these legal documents, and they can be very beneficial at delivering the wishes of the spouses at incapacitation...
“E.T.” screenwriter’s will is missing after her death
An important aspect of estate planning is drafting a will. However, including a will does not always indicate that the legal document will serve the role it was intended to. This is especially true if a will is missing after the death of a loved one in California or...
Lamar Odom case shows importance of a California living will
In a recent post, the importance of having a California living will was discussed as part of one's estate plan. The importance of doing so was brought to light recently by the tragic situation involving former NBA star Lamar Odom.As has been widely reported in the...