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Estranged Wife of Ernie Banks to Battle His Caregiver in Court (Again!)
The last will and trust of late Cubs Hall of Famer Ernie Banks is going back to court, adding a new chapter to the story of who ultimately inherits Banks’ estate. It seems that Banks’ estranged wife, Elizabeth, simply cannot accept the terms of the will Banks signed...
Use Estate Planning to Avoid Adult Guardianship—and Elder Abuse: Part 2
In the first part of this article we discussed how some professional adult guardians have used their powers to abuse the seniors placed under their care (https://trustcounsel.com/2019/09/use-estate-planning-to-avoid-adult-guardianship-and-elder-abuse/). In this...Where There’s a Will, There Isn’t Always an Estate Plan
Have you ever heard the saying “Where there’s a will, there’s a way”? Well, for millions of Americans the fact is that where there’s a will, there isn’t always an estate plan. Ask anyone if their estate plan is up-to-date, and you might get a lot of different answers....3 Estate Planning Concerns For Married, Same-Gender Couples
Now that same-gender couples can legally marry in all 50 states, more Americans than ever before are enjoying the rights and benefits that come with marriage. Estate planning, in particular, is one arena where these new rights and benefits are readily apparent. With...