Should Animals Have the Same Legal Rights as Incapacitated Humans?
Pets are part of the family – or at least that’s how many animal lovers see it. In the eyes of the law, things can be a little different. When it comes to legal matters, including lawsuits and inheritances, the personhood of animals can come into question. Do Animals...
Do You Need A Will or A Trust?
When people think about estate planning, they often think about wills. The will – or more formally, the last will and testament – is a fundamental estate planning tool. However, it’s not the only estate planning tool, and depending on your situation, it may not be...
Estate Planning for Childless Adults: Key Issues to Tackle
More Americans are deciding not to have children. According to Pew Research Center, 44% of adults between the ages of 18 and 49 who don’t have children say it is not too likely or not likely at all that they will have children someday. This is an increase of 7% from...
Estate Planning Lessons from the Rich and Famous
It might seem like the rich and famous live in a different world sometimes, but they actually have a lot in common with average Joes. This is especially true when it comes to estate planning. The estate values of celebrities and business moguls might be larger, but...