Mercedes Kilmer addresses mixed reactions to her late Father's precedent-setting AI-generated posthumous performance in "As Deep as the Grave"... 29 Apr

Kilmer’s Daughter Defends Late Father’s AI-Generated Performance

A dramatic family feud over the inheritance of a prized Oregon winery has concluded with a landmark penalty for the misuse of artificial intelligence in court proceedings, exposing deep rifts between siblings and raising serious questions about legal ethics in the digital age. 20 Apr

Landmark Penalty for Misuse of Artificial Intelligence in Court

Val Kilmer's AI resurrection in 'As Deep as the Grave' is Hollywood's first posthumous performance— and the ethical questions are just starting. Every estate that controls a deceased actor's likeness rights is now watching... 26 Mar

Val Kilmer’s AI Resurrection: Legal, But… Not “Precedent-Proof”

Failing to include cryptocurrency in your estate plan can create serious problems. This article explains how cryptocurrency fits into an estate plan, what tools are available, and how to protect your digital assets for the people you care about. 04 Feb

Why Cryptocurrency Estate Planning Is No Longer Optional

Settling a loved one's digital life requires understanding legal roles and provider policies. Every company follows its own specific rules and privacy policies. Learn the process for managing digital accounts and how planning can simplify it. 31 Jan

The Legal Steps Involved in Settling a Loved One’s Digital Life

Older adults are a common target of scammers looking to obtain money or personal information. Here's how to protect yourself and your parents from falling victim to malicious health care scams. 30 Jan

How to Protect Older Adults from Online Scams

Without a plan, families often face roadblocks. Passwords are lost, accounts are locked, and privacy policies can make recovery difficult or impossible. A formal approach to protecting digital assets ensures that your legacy is preserved and your wishes respected. 21 Nov

Digital Asset Management: How to Safeguard Your Online Legacy

As digital wealth continues to grow, these assets will increasingly appear in estate files. Understanding how to value and administer them will be essential. Markets change, assumptions fail, and good planning remains the best defence. 30 Oct

Valuing Digital Assets: Lessons from the World of Online Gaming

Elderly and vulnerable people are prime targets for cybercriminals and scammers. Talk to your entire family about the common schemes that cybercriminals employ. Have a conversation about how they can protect themselves today. 23 Oct

Helping Elderly and Vulnerable Loved Ones Avoid Cyber Scams

Homemade wills can create confusion, delay and heartbreak for the very people you’re trying to protect. A will is one of the most important legal documents a person will ever sign. Spending an hour with an estate lawyer is not a luxury — it’s a safeguard against the horrors of homemade wills. 21 Oct

Cautionary Tales of DIY Gone Awry: The Horrors of Homemade Wills

The backlash against AI-generated 'resurrections' of deceased celebrities underscores the urgent need for a robust ethical and legal framework to govern the use of digital likenesses, particularly after an individual's passing. 08 Oct

Backlash Against AI ‘Resurrections’ of Deceased Celebrities

Digital assets pose unique challenges for Ontario estate planning, particularly when they are stored or governed outside the province. Conflicting laws, restrictive terms of service, and international privacy regulations can complicate access and delay administration. 25 Sep

Digital Assets: Unique Challenges & Jurisdictional Conflicts