When loved ones pass away, many Philadelphia families are thrown into states of turmoil. During the weeks to follow, family members can become embroiled in conflicts over who will get what. While most people assume that an inheritance dispute is reserved for assets...
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Month: February 2016
Avoiding probate can reduce the risk of inheritance dispute
Having one's assets pass down to the intended heirs is the primary purpose of many Philadelphia estate plans. While a will can accomplish that goal, an estate that is built solely around a will is required to pass through probate. Probate is the legal process by which...
Addressing estate planning after a serious injury
Most Philadelphia families think about estate planning in terms of what they would like to leave behind for their loved ones when the time comes. Few consider the fact that estate planning could be needed far in advance of old age, or that those plans might need to be...
Including a caregiver in estate planning efforts
Not every Philadelphia resident has close ties to his or her family. In many cases, events have transpired over the years that led to permanent estrangement, or a severing of the familial bond. In such cases, an individual may wish to center his or her estate planning...