You and your siblings have had a big problem since your parents passed away: a dispute over the estate. Estate litigation can easily tear a family apart, so you want to do what you can to resolve the conflict quickly.Fortunately, many people have been through...
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Heirs of former motel owner gridlocked with business partner
Two men in another state went into business together in the 1990s. They were co-owners of a motel and remained partners in business for approximately 25 years. One of the men has since died, leaving his three heirs his half of the business. As sometimes occurs in...
Estate planning: No need to be afraid of it
Especially if you are under age 40, you might not like the idea of discussing your own mortality. Even older people sometimes hesitate to think about such issues. The fact is, however, that every person will die someday, so it is always best to be as prepared as...
Signals that your heirs might contest your estate plan
Having an estate plan is one way to ensure that your family members won't fight over your estate when you're gone. What many people don't realize is that there are signs they can look for that signal potential issues to lead to a will contest.While these signs might...
Probate litigation not over yet for Aretha Franklin’s family
When there is confusion regarding a decedent's last will and testament or other issues regarding his or her estate plan, it can spark disputes among family members. Each year in Illinois, family disagreements about a loved one's will or other estate planning...
Avoid the contention these heirs and beneficiaries have faced
If adult children in Illinois are named as heirs in a parent's will, it is logical to assume they would hope to avoid legal obstacles when the time comes to administer their loved one's estate. In the past, several celebrities have taken legal steps to protect their...


