It is estimated that over 65 percent of people in the United States have not written their will yet. Many find the act of writing a will and facing the prospect of the end of their lifetime to be an unsettling feeling, and therefore, a task that they would rather...
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Avoiding undue influence claims in your will
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Dec 22, 2017 | Wills
Creating a will or a trust is as much about planning the legacy that you will leave for future generations as it is about achieving a peace of mind for yourself so that you know everything will be taken care of at the end of your life. In this way, it is natural for...
The types of probate available in Massachusetts
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Dec 15, 2017 | Wills
There are several different types of probate procedures when dealing with a deceased person's estate, and this can mean that it can be overwhelming to choose the best process for the situation that you are facing. The following is an overview of the four probate...
Why should I get my will notarized?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Dec 1, 2017 | Wills
After a person dies, the will that he or she left will be put forward for probate so that the proceedings can begin. However, it cannot just be taken for granted that the will was written by the person in question. It must be "proved." In this process, the witness of...
When is diminished capacity enough to invalidate a will?
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Nov 10, 2017 | Wills
When a person makes a will, it is assumed that he or she is mentally stable and capable enough to make the decisions required. However, there can be cases where a person is not capable of making a rational decision. In these cases, they may make frivolous decisions or...
Your rights when it comes to inheritance law
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Aug 18, 2017 | Wills
Survivors have certain rights to a family member's property after they have passed away, and these rights are governed by inheritance law. Going by this law differs from state to state, but you may be able to claim inheritance from your spouse, regardless of what has...
Tips on signing a will securely
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jul 27, 2017 | Wills
When completing a will, it is important to first ensure that you have abided by all of the content rules that your state requires. Once you have completed a valid last will and testament, the final and most vital step is to ensure that you have signed it securely and...
Married couples: Remember the small things in your will
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jul 21, 2017 | Wills
When most people sit down to make a will, they think of the big items: the home, the bank account, the investment portfolios, the life insurance policies. They may be more prone to forget about the small things. Big items are important and should certainly be...
1 great tip for breaking the ice on estate planning
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jul 5, 2017 | Wills
Did you know that roughly 50 percent of people in the United States have not done enough estate planning to even have a will? These people all know that they'll need one eventually, but they simply haven't drafted and filed one. This is something people often put off...
A judge can alter strange requests in your will
On Behalf of Cushing & Dolan, P.C. | Jun 15, 2017 | Wills
If you're thinking of putting some rather strange requests in your will, it is worth noting that a judge may be able to alter them if your heirs mount a legal challenge. For example, a woman who was a hotel owner and a real estate investor left $5M for her heirs, who...
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