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“Let’s Go Crazy” … Over Prince’s Estate

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When Prince died over nine (9) years ago, he shocked his fans one last time.  Turns out,  his unexpected death wasn’t the last surprise.  Prince died without an Estate Plan causing his siblings to spend the next six years fighting over his Estate. Continue reading to learn more.   … [Read more...] about “Let’s Go Crazy” … Over Prince’s Estate

Hulk Hogan and Disclaimers…?

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When Terry Bollea, aka “Hulk Hogan,” died on July 24 at age 71 in his Clearwater, Florida home, I wondered if I’d have another celebrity estate gone awry to discuss. I found something different but equally important for Estate Planning practitioners: disclaimers. Continue reading to learn more. … [Read more...] about Hulk Hogan and Disclaimers…?

A Message from the Murdochs – Part II

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As a reformed Trusts and Estates attorney, I have an unusual fascination with celebrity estates, especially those gone wrong. Using those estates as instructive lessons regarding how to avoid disaster has provided many a topic for this blog. I often discuss the benefits of creating and reviewing an Estate Plan regularly. Simply put, none of us should leave our legacy to chance. Not long ago, I wrote about the Murdoch family and the latest drama surrounding them in A Message from the Murdochs. … [Read more...] about A Message from the Murdochs – Part II