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The lyrics of a little lullaby about a cat went viral once they made an appearance in the sitcom "The Big Bang Theory." The song, often sung to calm one of the show's characters, became a hit with fans, who flocked to purchase merchandise featuring the lyrics. Now, a...
Over the past few weeks, we've addressed some of the steps you can take for yourself and your family regarding estate planning. But what steps can you take to ensure your pets are cared for if you are incapacitated or pass away? It might seem like a silly question to...
Last week, we talked about a woman from another country who was so upset with heirs, she chose to physically destroy her money rather than pass it on to grandchildren. While that was an extreme case, it's not uncommon for individuals to be displeased with decisions or...
Understanding the legal requirements for estate planning and probate for your state can help you plan accordingly. By knowing what the law requires, you can create an estate plan that is likely to stand up in court while coming as close to your wishes as possible. For...
Estate planning is often something people put off for many reasons. It's uncomfortable to talk about end of life matters. It's tedious to gather all of your financial and other information. It can be overwhelming to consider all of your legal options and possible...
Whether you have millions of dollars in assets or a modest estate that includes the family home, some common estate planning tools are relevant in most cases. Some of the estate planning tools you might want to think about include wills, powers of attorney, trusts,...
Over the past month or two, we've talked a lot about trusts and other estate issues. We recently discussed how important it is to ensure your estate documents convey your wishes, but when you're gone, how to do you ensure those wishes are actually carried out? While...
Dealing with the estate of a loved one when they pass away is something that is often complicated. Luckily, Governor Jerry Brown has recently signed a bill that makes one aspect of dealing with the estate a little bit easier. AB 139 simplified the transfer of real...
In our previous blog post, we discussed the fact that more than a year after Robin Williams' death, his children and his widow are still fighting over some of his assets. It is pretty safe to assume that Williams never intended that to happen.In fact, it seems as...
The death of Robin Williams last year shocked many of his fans. At the time of his suicide, it seemed as though everything was set for Williams' estate to be distributed in accordance with his wishes. One year later, his widow and his children are still battling...