Month: January 2017
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
One of the most common reasons for challenging the validity of a will or trust is the lack of mental capacity. One can put in all the no contest clauses that they want. If the signer doesn’t have mental capacity, the document... Continue Reading
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
In the will and estate litigation case of The Estate of Anne vs. Ballinger, Deceased, PICS Case No 16-1596 (C.P. Philadelphia Nov. 9, 2016) the Honorable Matthew D. Carafiello ruled that the petitioner, an intestate heir had no... Continue Reading
Thursday, January 12, 2017
The Tax Court ruled that $4 million in assets transferred to a family limited partnership must be included in a decedent’s estate under I.R.C. Section 2036 because the decedents maintained control over the funds after the... Continue Reading
Tuesday, January 10, 2017
What is long term care? Long-term care refers to the ongoing services and support needed by people who have chronic health conditions or disabilities. It is not just provided in nursing homes. In fact, a common type of long-term... Continue Reading
Friday, January 6, 2017
What is long-term care insurance?
Long-term case insurance offers protection against the chance that long-term care will cost more than you can afford. In exchange for your premium, payments the insurance company promises to... Continue Reading