This three-part blog series discusses the legacy of Elizabeth Edwards and her final days, including... [Read more...]
The Case for Drafting a Will: Stieg Larsson’s Estate (Part 3 of 3)
Continuing the discussion of the important of creating a valid will before you die, especially... [Read more...]
The Case for Drafting a Will: Stieg Larsson’s Estate (Part 2 of 3)
Continuing the three-part blog series covering the death of best-selling Swedish author, Stieg Larsson, we’ll... [Read more...]
The Case for Drafting a Will: Stieg Larsson’s Estate (Part 1 of 3)
In most states, including Texas, failure to draft a will, or failure to draft a... [Read more...]
SSDI Survivors’ Benefits
Unlike children of parents who received disability benefits through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program,... [Read more...]
Frozen Embryos and Legal Uncertainty for Inheritance Rights of Posthumously Conceived Children
State laws vary regarding posthumously conceived or pretermitted children. Many states refer to these children... [Read more...]
The IRS and Foreign Gifts
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) does not require you to declare your gifts or inheritances... [Read more...]
Estranged Father of Texan Inmate Posthumously Exonerated Stakes a Claim to Large Inheritance
In 2010, Texas made news headlines for making its first posthumous exoneration of an inmate... [Read more...]
Make 2012 A Gift Giving Year
Accountants and tax attorneys know some of the best ways to reduce your tax liabilities... [Read more...]
Does a Power of Attorney Get Paid?
A power of attorney is a legal document that creates a special kind of relationship... [Read more...]
Divorce and Estate Planning for Texans: Part 3 of 3
Another important consideration with life insurance beneficiary designations concerns spouses are not required to carry... [Read more...]
Divorce and Estate Planning for Texans: Part 2 of 3
In Texas, divorcing couples should consider how their divorce settlement agreements may affect their future... [Read more...]
