In the first part of this series, we discussed the vital importance of having updated advance directives in place in light of COVID-19. Here, we’ll look at several additional provisions…
COVID-19 Highlights Critical Need for Advance Healthcare Directives—Part 1
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the country, doctors across the nation are joining lawyers in urging Americans to create the proper estate planning documents, so medical providers can…
Will Your Estate Plan Actually Work When Your Family Needs It?
If you’re like most people, you likely think creating your estate plan is just one more task to check off of your life’s endless “to-do” list. You may shop around…
Use Estate Planning to Ensure Your Legacy Doesn’t Get Erased
When you think about those loved ones who’ve passed away, you probably don’t think very much—or even at all—about the “things” they’ve left you. And when they do leave something…
Buyer Beware: Hidden Dangers of DIY Estate Planning—Part 2
Last week, we shared the first part of this series on the dangers of do-it-yourself (DIY) estate planning. Here, we’ll look at how online legal documents can even put your…
A Tragic Oversight: Kobe Bryant’s Youngest Daughter Mistakenly Left Out of Family Trust
In January, we reported how the deaths of NBA legend Kobe Bryant (Kobe) and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, in a helicopter crash demonstrated the vital need for estate planning for…
Buyer Beware: Hidden Dangers of DIY Estate Planning—Part 1
Do a Google search for “online estate planning documents,” and you’ll find dozens of different websites. From Legal Zoom® and Willing.com to Rocket Lawyer® and Willandtrust.com, these do-it-yourself (DIY) planning…
6 Things You Should NOT Include In Your Will
A will is one of the most basic estate planning tools. While relying solely on a will is rarely a suitable option for most people, just about every estate plan…
4 Tips For Discussing Estate Planning With Your Family This Holiday Season
As we head into the peak of the holiday season, you’re likely spending more time than usual surrounded by your family and friends. It’s one of the rare times of…
A Map to Doing the Right Thing for Your Loved Ones During the COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 has caused huge numbers of people to face their own mortality, and to realize they need to plan for the worst. This goes not just for those of us…