Two legal terms that we hear a lot are "power of attorney" and "durable power of attorney," but what is the difference between the two? A normal power of attorney is a special legal document that gives another person the power to act and make decisions on your behalf....
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Month: May 2015
Daughter of Peter Falk seeking visitation rights bill
Catherine Falk, the daughter of Peter Falk, is advocating for a new law that would grant children the ability to visit their incapacitated or elderly parents. Catherine experienced difficulty visiting her father while he was incapacitated with Alzheimer's disease. Her...
Administration is part of estate planning
Being an administrator of an estate that is in probate can be taxing. It can mean a commitment of six months or several years. Having an attorney to assist while you are going through this can be a huge help. The legal representative will mean that you won't waste...
A look at some of the legal changes that affect estate planning
California residents may be interested in some of the reasons that they should update their estate plan regularly. Due to changing circumstances, the provisions in a standing estate plan may become out of date over time. Estate planning documents are something that...
GST and Estate Planning Tips
Making an estate plan in California requires understanding of both federal and state laws regarding gifts and taxes. It is very important that those who create an estate plan have a full understanding of the implications of any particular decision to save, move or...
