Following the death of Ozzy Osbourne, headlines turned to an alleged change to his will, in which Ozzy stipulated that his widow, Sharon, is to receive a dozen black roses a week for the rest of her life...
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Ozzy Osbourne’s “Black Roses” Request

  • August 14, 2025
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An understanding of the legal framework governing estate and trust distributions provides the necessary context for examining why fiduciaries may choose to postpone disbursements.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Delayed Distributions

  • April 11, 2026
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Legal issues faced by the elderly population arise in almost all areas of legal practice; however, most commonly in real estate law, family law, human rights law, and wills and estates law.
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Power of Attorney & Estate Planning: Elder Law Canada

  • June 21, 2024
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BBB Scam Alert: Consumers across North America receive letters claiming they are owed an inheritance... Beware of quick riches, though, as that letter is a trap.
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Beware of Quick Riches: Inheritance Scam Alert

  • September 29, 2025
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Charitable Giving: Legacy is More than What You Leave Behind

  • April 4, 2025
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Whether you own a family business, hold employee stock options, or maintain a diverse portfolio, professional guidance ensures your stock investments benefit your chosen beneficiaries exactly as you intend. Don't leave the future of your valuable corporate stock to chance...
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Corporate Stock Requires Special Attention in Your Estate Plan

  • August 6, 2025
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There is no set test to determine capacity which can be applied in all situations. Capacity is time, situation, and task-specific. It can fluctuate based on the type of impending task and across a person’s lifetime.
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How is Decision-Making Capacity Assessed?

It’s a common misconception that debt disappears when someone dies — but this isn’t usually the case, especially when inheriting a house with debt. While you may not be personally responsible for a decedent’s loans, the debt must still be addressed, or the house risks foreclosure.
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Inheriting a House with Debt: Understanding Your Options

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St. Jude Fights Donors’ Families in Court for Share of Estates

The history of estate planning includes some remarkably strange and fascinating bequests that challenge our understanding of inheritance law and human nature.
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Unusual Bequests Continue to Evolve, Fascinate, and Challenge

Estate planning is about making sure the people you love aren’t handed a legal and financial mess on the worst day of their lives. None of these steps are complicated, and most can be started this month. The only truly expensive option is waiting.
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