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Urgent global law reform is needed to address the transfer of digital assets in estate planning. The current legal landscape struggles to keep pace with the rapid evolution of digital assets, leading to uncertainty and potential loss of value for inheritors.  18 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Digital Distress, Generated Content

Digital Distress: Urgent Global Law Reform Required

Dealing with a loved one’s digital assets after their death can be complicated, especially in the absence of a clear legal framework. This article will take you through what a digital asset is and how to handle them. 12 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Handling Digital Assets: Legal Considerations in the UK

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney 05 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney

If an account holder passes away or loses capacity, their legal representatives may not be able to access their digital assets held by a virtual custodian. Alberta Law Reform Institute recommends authorizing fiduciaries to access digital assets through new legislation. 13 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Authorizing Fiduciaries to Access Digital Assets

Inheritance disputes are as old as time, but in recent years, there’s been an increase in families embroiled in legal arguments. Here are the various stances on inheritance disputes, 2024 statistics, and the demographics of those discussing the topic online.  18 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Inheritance Dispute Statistics: 2024 Rising Trends

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

Managing Digital Assets in Estate Planning | Digital Distress | Accessing Online Accounts | Estates Gone Wrong 29 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Managing Digital Assets in Estate Planning

Learn why fiduciary access to digital assets matters and how a new Alberta Act would help facilitate access... 07 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Alberta Law Reform: Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets

The Importance of Appointing a Digital Executor | Accessing and Protecting Digital Assets | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 07 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

The Importance of Appointing a Digital Executor

Digital Assets: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Can Access Your Phone | Digital Distress | Online Accounts | Estates Gone Wrong 15 Jul
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Digital Assets: Ensuring Your Loved Ones Can Access Your Phone

Top 8 Risks: The Dangers of Improper Estate Planning | Common Mistakes | Cautionary Tales | Inheritance Horror Stories | Estates Gone Wrong 19 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Common Mistakes, Curated Content

Top 8 Risks: The Dangers of Improper Estate Planning

Digital Estate Planning Guide: Get Your Assets in Order | Digital Distress | Online Accounts | Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 15 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Digital Distress

Estate Planning Guide: Getting Your Digital Assets in Order

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