HBO’s hit series Succession isn’t just a gripping drama—it’s a masterclass in estate mismanagement. The show chronicles the Roy family’s vicious power ... Read More
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When Dementia Affects Estate Planning
Dementia is a devastating disease, not only for the person affected but also for his or her family. And unfortunately, the consequences of the ... Read More
GUARDIANSHIP DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY SUSPEND DRIVER’S LICENSE
A guardian may be appointed for a person (the “ward”) where the ward is incapacitated and a guardian is necessary to care for the needs of the ward. A ... Read More
GUARDIANSHIP CREATES INFERENCE OF LACK OF CAPACITY
In probate law, the law presumes that a person has testamentary capacity. Testamentary capacity is the mental state someone must have to adopt a valid ... Read More
