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You’ve worked too hard to let the division of your business assets become a source of pain and conflict for your family. Don’t wait until it’s too late to create a plan that protects your family’s unity and your business’s future. 03 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Succession Lessons

Don’t Let Your Business Tear Your Family Apart

Can Your Subscription Service Limit Your Estate’s Ability to Sue? | Digital Distress | Streaming Subscription Agreement | Estates Gone Wrong 02 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Warning: Read “Subscriber Agreements” Very Carefully

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Naming a Guardian for Your Children 02 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Guardian Safeguards

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Naming a Guardian for Your Children

Estate Planning Priorities for Canadian Business Owners 01 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Succession Lessons

Estate Planning Priorities for Canadian Business Owners

Effective communication with your family and loved ones is vital... The consequences of ambiguity or misalignment between intent and execution can be significant, potentially leading to legal battles that deplete trust resources and damage family relationships. 30 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Communication Breakdowns, Curated Content

Estate Planning Case Proves Communication is Vital

Your Digital Assets: The Mess Left Behind | Digital Distress | Online Accounts | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 29 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Your Digital Assets: The Mess Left Behind

Estate Planning Lesson From Disney Movies 27 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

Timeless Estate Planning Lessons from Nine Disney Classics

My mom, 65, inherited $450K when my dad died — but now she’s hooked on slots and burning through the cash. How can I protect our family’s assets before it’s too late? 27 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Squandered Fortunes

My Mom Inherited $450k: Now She’s ‘Hooked on Slots’

Miami retiree alleges 3ABN executives misled him into signing away 400 acres in the Bahamas that had been in his family for four generations 27 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Nonprofit Christian Ministry: Property Disputes & Scandals

Family in Legal Battle with Housekeeper over Richard Simmons' Estate 26 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Celebrity Estates, Curated Content

Richard Simmons’ Estate: Family in Legal Battle with Housekeeper

Choosing the right estate planning attorney is vital for ensuring that your wishes are honored and your assets are properly managed. By following these tips, you can ensure a smoother transition of assets and provide peace of mind for yourself and your loved ones. 25 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Choose The Right Estate Planning Attorney?

Just crafting a will isn’t enough... You need to keep it up-to-date and make changes after certain events occur to ensure that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes. Updating your will can also help prevent family squabbles over inheritance down the road. 23 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Crafting a Will is Not Enough: You Need to Revisit Your Estate Plan

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