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When someone close to you dies, it can be overwhelming to know what to do next. However, time-sensitive actions may need to be taken to avoid further complications during this difficult time. That is why it is crucial to understand the necessary steps to take following this passing. What To Do Right After a Loved…
A Last Will and Testament is a legal document that allows individuals to distribute property owned by them to specific individuals at the time of their death. However, while this document is incredibly important in ensuring assets and property go to who they are supposed to, there are instances when these documents are revoked, leading…
When caring for a new baby, the last thing you want to think about at this time is an estate plan. However, it is worth taking the time to talk to an estate planning attorney about your options. As a new parent, the primary benefit of an estate plan is to ensure your child is…
Many believe estate planning is only necessary if they are married, have children, or possess significant wealth. However, regardless of age or relationship status, estate planning is crucial. Even if you do not have a spouse or children, if you pass away without a plan, your assets will be distributed according to the court’s discretion….
Despite significant progress in women’s education, earnings, and employment, retirement planning remains imbalanced. This has been mainly because women continue to earn less than men on average throughout their careers. This lower income makes it difficult for women to save for retirement, which is compounded by the fact that women tend to live longer and…
Estate planning documents such as a Last Will and Testament and trust are in place to allow individuals to decide what will happen to their property after they pass away. Unfortunately, sometimes these documents do not adequately represent their wishes, especially if these individuals were taken advantage of by a person they trusted. Fortunately, in…
If you believe something feels off about your loved one’s Last Will and Testament, you may think about contesting the document. However, before you take any legal action, it is important to understand what it means to contest a will in Louisiana, whether you have grounds to challenge it, and what happens if a will…
When it comes to estate planning, too often, people forget to consider their government healthcare benefits. However, most of us will need these benefits at some point during our retirement, especially since not everyone will have access to private insurance after we are done working. While Medicaid and Medicare are two types of healthcare programs…
A personal representative in Louisiana, also known as an executor, administrator, or succession representative, is responsible for collecting, preserving, and managing succession property according to state laws. During this succession, the personal representative will be treated as owning all of the property and having the right to enforce all the succession debts. However, because every…
In Louisiana, the law uses the word succession to mean the probate process. As a result, succession refers to the transfer of an individual’s estate to their heirs or successors after they pass away. However, while in theory, this transfer should be straightforward. There are many different types of challenges and disputes that can emerge…
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