Friday, June 20, 2014

Casey Kasem's Daughter To File Elder Abuse Claim

A beloved radio personality passed on June 15th, and while some people are trying their best to memorialize Casey Kasem, others are trying to learn a lesson based on his ordeal. Kasem's eldest daughter is filing a formal elder abuse claim against her stepmother. A private investigator found that Kasem's wife had been cheating on him for at least six months, and that she lied about obtaining a divorce for a long time. Read more about this predicament below...

“Witnesses will testify that Mrs. Kasem has been lying to Mr. Kasem for at least two years, telling him that they are divorced,” the letter states. “What possible motive could Mrs. Kasem have for such cruelty? Perhaps the younger gentleman that has been staying at the Malibu house and driving Mr. Kasem's car could answer that question for us."

Wednesday, June 11, 2014

Beware Of Cheap Wills

Have you seen advertisements or billboards offering wills for $100? It can be tempting to have your will created for such a small amount of money, especially when making a will is not your top priority. It probably won’t occur to you the disaster that will result after your death, how your cheaply constructed will can cause mayhem within your family. If you do not have an experienced estate lawyer oversee the drafting of your will, the simplest of mistakes can cost your children their financial future. One case in England brought this possibility to light when a man’s adoptive brothers fought over who should inherit their parent’s fortune. Mr. and Mrs. Rawlings had made mirror wills in 1999, but unknowingly signed each other’s will. The wills could not be admitted to probate due to this small technicality, and the entire estate was divided equally between the brothers. The fall-out of cheaply prepared wills is more than financial in some cases. If you intend for certain family members to receive items with sentimental value, and your will does not clearly state that, fights can occur between family members who wanted said item. Family feuds happen even when an estate is planned thoroughly and professionally, so it goes without saying that the same will happen when a will is prepared haphazardly. Another problem with poor estate planning is the issue of updating beneficiary designations. It is a common mistake to list beneficiaries that pertain to you at that moment of time, but those people do not stay constants in your life. When your will is reviewed by counsel, it will state the beneficiary information that you entered at the time, and it may not match your wishes at the time of death.

Things All Divorced Parents Need To Hear

 Even if you still feel resentment toward your ex, you can not allow your children to witness this anger. Successful co-parenting requires an attempt at an amicable separation, so it is imperative to try everything in your arsenal to accomplish this. The following article provides sound advice for those attempting a peaceful relationship with their ex for the sake of the children.

"Keep as many rules consistent between the two households as possible. This way, the kids won't be able to play both sides. What's not allowed at mom's house isn't allowed at dad's, either."

Rich, Young And Childless Face Estate Planning Issues

For those who are wealthy and childless, the question of who inherits the wealth after death can be daunting. If you choose to give all of your assets to one friend or relative, what happens if that person passes away first? Should you stick with charities? The following article gives great advice for those in this financial position.

This dilemma faces not just the 17 million unmarried Americans over 65 who are retired or putting their ducks in a row for retirement. Charitable foundations and financial advisers report that an increasing number of young people are facing these decisions before they are married or have children. That is especially true for tech entrepreneurs who, for example, come into a large amount of money from stock options or the sale of a start-up business.

Divorce Parties Are Gaining In Popularity

Event planners and divorce attorneys alike are noting the recent trend in "divorce parties" or "freedom fests", a new way to celebrate your new status. Some people split amicably, and want to remain friends post-divorce, and this is the perfect opportunity to turn a sad event into a happy one. Read more about this trend below...

"We wanted to do something that expressed the fact that we were doing the divorce not so much as an end of our relationship but as us moving into things like co-parenting and co-business management," said Wolf, whose former wife works for him in his special effects and stunt business serving the film industry.

Halle Berry To Pay $16,000 In Child Support

Child support is a legal necessity for those divorcing with children, especially when one parent has more income to contribute than the other. Celebrities are often in this situation, and they often have to shell out thousands every month. This is the case for Halle Berry, who was just ordered to pay $16,000 a month in child support. More below...

Berry's monthly bill will remain in effect until Nahla turns 19 or graduates high school, whichever occurs first, according to court documents obtained by CNN. The settlement came on May 30, at the end of lengthy child support legal battle.

Create A Divorce Bucket List!

If you have recently gone through a divorce, you may feel at a loss as what to do next in your life. Should you tackle all of those things you never did for whatever reason? Making a list of these things makes it easier to accomplish, and this article helps you with suggestions. Read more below...

-Have drinks with my divorced/separated friends. Mandatory, as much as possible. -Take a trip alone. Not a single-mom vacation with the kids -- ALONE, preferably overseas, in a foreign country, or at a beach. -Buy flowers for myself. Because they make me happy and I know exactly the kind I want.