A very poignant legend, accepted by most historians as fact, involves the explorer Francisco de... [Read more...]
Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
Milton C. Shedd (1922-2002) - Businessman & Philanthropist In a life that spanned almost 80... [Read more...]
Chinese Trusts?
It is obvious that different cultures have different ways of doing things and different ways... [Read more...]
Texas History – Do You Know the Texan Who Founded the Sealy Mattress Company?
We have Daniel Haynes to thank for giving us a good night’s sleep. In the... [Read more...]
Hidden Gold and Intestate Succession
We have told you before that under the laws of Intestate succession your estate is... [Read more...]
Texas History – Do You Know When the First Time an Airplane Was Used for Military Purposes?
During February and March of 1911, the aviation section of the U.S. Army was attached... [Read more...]
Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
William Lewis Moody, Jr. (`865-1954) - Entrepreneur & Philanthropist William Lewis Moody was an American... [Read more...]
Accidental Disinheritance
Many people do not know that it is possible to pass away and have their... [Read more...]
Texas History – Do You Know What the “Semicolon Court” Was?
This historic and derisive appellation was given to the Supreme Court of Texas during Reconstruction... [Read more...]
Famous Estates – Legacy Champ or Chump?
Stephen LaTreal McNair (1973-200) - NFL Football Player Steve McNair was an American football quarterback... [Read more...]
How Good is a No Contest Clause?
People often ask estate planning attorneys how they can make sure that their wishes are... [Read more...]
Texas History – When Was the First European Marriage Ceremony in Texas?
The first European marriage ceremony in Texas took place January 12, 1687, at Fort Saint... [Read more...]
