Estate planning documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney are vital tools for clearly outlining asset distribution and managing ... Read More
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Elder Abuse Awareness Day: A Call to Protect Our Vulnerable Loved Ones
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD), a solemn reminder of the silent suffering endured by far too many older adults. At Berk Law ... Read More
Arizona Supreme Court Holds Forged Deed Can Trigger Quiet Title Statute of Limitation
Case Summary: Estate of Magdalena Rios De Dominguez v. Renee Kay Dominguez (CV-24-0102-PR) In a significant April 2025 ruling, the Arizona Supreme ... Read More
Top 10 Red Flags: Is Your Personal Representative Misbehaving?
Power in the wrong hands can lead to chaos, and some personal representatives take full advantage. When misconduct creeps in, beneficiaries lose ... Read More
2023 Major Amendments to Arizona Probate Code
The legal landscape is ever-evolving, with laws being amended to address the changing needs of society. One such amendment in Arizona is SB1291, ... Read More
Court of Appeals gives little guidance in Adult Protective Services Act Statute of Limitation Case
On August 10, 2021, the Court of Appeals issued its decision in In Re Norvelle. The case offers some interesting lessons, although it gives us very ... Read More
