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Dennis Hopper’s Daughter Set to Receive 40 Percent of Father’s Estate in Trust

By on October 24, 2012 in Estate Planning Wills Trusts

Acclaimed actor, photographer, and filmmaker Dennis Hopper died in May 2010, but his estate agreement has only just been finalized due to disagreements between his ex-wife and his children. In the final estate settlement, Hopper’s youngest daughter, Galen, will receive about 40 percent of the estate. About 60 percent will be split between Hopper’s three [...]

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Knowing Relevant Laws Before Marriage Can Help in Will and Probate Cases Later

By on June 21, 2012 in Estate Planning Wills Trusts, Family Law Settlements, Helpful Information

Understanding will and probate laws before marriage can help couples save a lot of mental hassle later on by encouraging you to think about asset distribution and other important topics. An attorney can explain how a will needs to be set up in order to provide for loved ones that have been left behind. Usually, [...]

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Terri Schiavo and the Importance of Legally Binding Living Wills

By on March 28, 2012 in Estate Planning Wills Trusts

One of the most memorable power of attorney cases in recent history is that of Terri Schiavo, a Florida woman who suffered cardiac arrest in 1990 and eventually slipped into a vegetative state. A courtroom battle ensued between her husband and parents that lasted from 1998 to 2005, when her husband’s petition to have her [...]

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Important Online Estate Planning Legal Documents

By on March 13, 2012 in Estate Planning Wills Trusts, Helpful Information

Everyone deserves to enjoy their golden years. As they age, many senior citizens find themselves thinking about important legal documents such as a living will or last will and testament. These legally-binding documents provide direction for what should be done in the case of illness or death. They can be used to protect an individual’s [...]

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