Executing a will is a big responsibility. It takes time and patience, and the administrative chores can be an extra challenge for those grieving. When you create a will, be thoughtful in your selection and… Read Moreabout Can You Execute My Will?
The probate courts appoint personal representatives to settle the affairs of the deceased when there is no will. A personal representative takes control of the assets (aka estate) of the deceased and distributes them to… Read Moreabout Accountable To Beneficiaries: Personal Representatives
A court of appeals in Dallas, Texas recently upheld the summary judgment of the trial court in a case involving allegations of fraudulent transfer into a trust. The case offers an interesting example at… Read Moreabout Appeal Denied: Transfer To Trust Stands
Understanding Appeal Bonds: Know The Basics If you lose a civil court case, you can try to win by appealing. You will need an appeal bond to guarantee the original judgment. Here is a quick… Read Moreabout Understanding Appeal Bonds: Know The Basics
If you just lost your case, you may be feeling like there is nothing you can do to change the court’s decision. However, this is not necessarily the case! You may have the right to… Read Moreabout How Does an Appeal Bond Work?
Courtrooms across the country are inching closer and closer towards opening their doors as coronavirus restrictions begin to be lifted. Places like Southern California, whose courthouse maneuvers have been paused to slow the spread of… Read Moreabout Courts Soon to Reopen from COVID-19 Restrictions
When appealing a lower court’s unfavorable judgement, appeal and supersedeas bonds can seem like an onerous obstacle to hurdle. However, there are numerous reasons why these bonds exist and, in fact, are necessary. Appeal bonds… Read Moreabout What is the Purpose of an Appeal Bond?
