California Legal Implications: Responding to Unexpected Tragedy with Proactive Estate Planning The recent tragic death of a Stockton mother, Lupita Ontiveros, following a dune buggy accident serves as a heartbreaking reminder that... Read more »
California Legal Implications: The Duty of an Administrator and the Consequences of Mismanagement A recent California appellate court decision, *Sapp v. Rogers*, provides a stark reminder of the immense harm that can... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Why Foreign Documents Complicate California Probate and How to Avoid It A recent California appellate court decision, *Estate of Herzog*, serves as a critical reminder of the complexities that... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Trust Taxation and the Importance of Residency A landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision, *North Carolina Dept. of Revenue v. The Kimberley Rice Kaestner 1992 Family Trust*, addressed whether a... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Can Your Trust Own Your Business? A recent California Court of Appeal case, *Han v. Hallberg, Jr.*, highlights a critical intersection between estate planning and business law that every... Read more »
California Legal Implications: Why “Funding” Your Trust is a Non-Negotiable Step A recent California Court of Appeal case, *Dudek v. Dudek*, provides a powerful lesson on one of the most critical aspects... Read more »
California Legal Implications: The High Stakes of a Contested Conservatorship Trial A recent California appellate court decision, the *Conservatorship of O.B.*, highlights a critical legal principle for families involved in or considering... Read more »
Beleaguered actor Justin Baldoni has quietly listed his sprawling California compound for $8.88 million, months before he is due to go head to head in a legal battle against his former costar... Read more »
For California Families Managing Aging Parents’ Finances If you’re a California resident responsible for an elderly parent’s financial affairs—or worried about protecting a loved one from financial exploitation—this case offers critical lessons... Read more »
If you’re a California resident concerned about government accountability, public safety, or how your tax dollars are being spent on legal settlements, this article breaks down the staggering costs Los Angeles County... Read more »