On September 13, 2021, Democrats in the House of Representatives released a new $3.5 trillion proposed spending plan that includes a wide array of changes to federal tax law s.…
Legendary Rapper DMX Dies With No Will, Millions in Debt, and 15 Children—Part 2
Legendary hip hop artist DMX —born Earl Simmons—passed away on April 9 at age 50 after suffering a massive heart attack a week earlier at his home in White Plains,…
Don’t Forget To Protect Your Furry Family: Estate Planning For Your Pets
It’s sad but true that many pets end up in shelters after their owner dies or becomes incapacitated. In fact, the Humane Society estimates that between 100,000 to 500,000 pets…
3 Estate Planning Issues For LGBTQ + Couples—Part 1
Whether you are married or in a committed partnership, estate planning is about much more than planning for death—it's about planning for life. It's the way to ensure your beloved…
Aretha Franklin’s Poor Estate Planning Continues To Haunt Her Family 3 years later—Part 1
Nearly three years have passed since Aretha Franklin, known as the “Queen of Soul,” died from pancreatic cancer at age 76. At the time, her total fortune was estimated to…
7 Ways To Save Big Money On Your 2020 Taxes —Part 2
Last week in part one of this series, we highlighted the first three of seven ways you can save big money on your 2020 taxes. Here in part two, we’ll…
7 Ways To Save Big Money On Your 2020 Taxes — Part 1
2020 was a nightmarish year for many families. But thanks to recent legislation, you could see a silver lining in the form of major tax breaks when filing your income…
Child Care Management While Dealing With COVID: Tips For Parents—Part 2
Last week, in part one, we discussed some key legal issues that parents of minor children should address in order to deal with the risks of the coronavirus or any…
Child Care Management While Dealing With COVID-19: Tips For Single Parents-Part 1
Even though there are now vaccines for COVID-19 and the number of new cases is on the decline, becoming infected with the virus is still a very real possibility. And…
Larry King’s Death Highlights the Importance of Making Sure Your Estate Is Update d for Divorce and Death-Part 2
Last week, in part one of this series, we discussed how Larry King’s decision to create a handwritten will, rather than take the time to consult with legal counsel to…