The law can be complex and difficult to understand, especially when it comes to trusts. These documents help grantors manage and distribute their assets to beneficiaries. A proper trust can avoid estate taxes and help manage the inheritance of beneficiaries…
An older adult’s physical and mental limitations make them easy targets for abuse and fraud. To protect them as they age, you may trust a variety of people to look after their mental, physical, and financial needs. Sadly, the people…
Beneficiaries and trustees of a trust have the power to contest a trust’s validity. This can happen when a beneficiary thinks that mismanagement, errors or manipulation have violated the spirit of that trust. If the person creating the trust (i.e.,…
Second marriages not only unite new spouses, they also provide the opportunity to expand families. While blended families are becoming exceedingly common, they also pose unique problems. One problem that our firm sees often involves second marriage inheritance issues. For…
Coronavirus may give you reasons to amend your living trust document. This is especially true if you have been putting off making your desired changes up until this point. With the continued spread of COVID-19, the future seems uncertain. Any…
Our Los Angeles Trust Litigation Attorney Explains Undue influence is a common reason for lawsuits over trusts in California. In trust litigation, undue influence may refer to a situation where an individual takes advantage of a grantor, such as an…
Our Los Angeles Trust Litigation Attorney Explains Possible Options Trusts are useful tools families can use to specify the aspects of an inheritance, such as who receives certain assets or properties. Families can avoid the cumbersome California probate process by…
Many people view creating an estate plan as a one-time event. However, this mindset could lead to serious issues after an individual passes away. This is why reviewing your trust on a set schedule or whenever you experience major life…
According to the most recent available statistics, there are nearly 23 million licensed drivers in California. Approximately 15 percent of them are driving without auto insurance even though it is required by law. Thousands more are under-insured, which means they…
The most recent available statistics show that, in the U.S., nearly 5,000 pedestrians are killed every year in traffic collisions involving pedestrians. Another 150,000 sustained injuries requiring emergency room care. This means that every two hours, a pedestrian dies from…
