Many Illinois residents and those in other states who inherit property or money often encounter legal challenges when they set out to claim what they are entitled to receive. The heirs of former reggae singer Bob Marley have been entangled in a legal dispute regarding...
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Month: January 2019
Why wills are so important to successful estate planning
Most Illinois adults earn livings in one way or other. While some people sacrifice careers to stay home and raise families, many still earn incomes through telecommuting opportunities. Others are solely dependent on a spouse or other family member for...
The warning signs of a family fight after you’re gone
If you're the glue that holds your family together, what will happen after you die? Will your family descend into serious problems that involve intense fights and even legal battles over your estate? It's never easy to predict whether a particular family is at risk of...
Estate litigation: Circumstances when you can challenge a will
A will is legally binding in most cases, so the probate court must adhere to the terms laid out in the document by the creator of the will. But what if circumstances are such that heirs, beneficiaries or other interested parties wish to challenge the validity of the...
Probate litigation and murder accusations intersect
A young man in another state says that legal problems surrounding an inheritance that is due to him have taken up the last five years of his life. He has reportedly survived a harrowing experience as well, when he and his mother were on a fishing trip a few years back...
My heirs are bad with money: What should I do?
If you have worked your entire life to amass a considerable estate, you are, no doubt, proud of the legacy that you will leave behind to your loved ones. But what if your loved ones are horrible at managing money. As much as you adore them, their gifts and skills do...
Do your research before entering estate planning process
Many Illinois residents understand the importance of protecting their assets and providing for their loved ones in the event of their own deaths. However, some jump into the estate planning process without any basic knowledge or guidance as to what state regulations...
Understanding probate litigation and how to avoid it
If an Illinois resident names you as executor of his or her estate, you'll want to learn as much ahead of time about the estate administration to help you avoid problems when the time comes to carry out your duties. A high priority for most executors is knowing how to...


