As an investor, you entrust your hard-earned money to a financial professional under the assumption that your broker or advisor will act in your best interest. Unfortunately, disputes do occur between investor and broker, for a variety of reasons. To protect yourself when investing, it’s imperative that you understand your rights as an investor. According […]
When it comes to resolving estate disputes, litigation is almost always guaranteed to be the most expensive and time-consuming method. No matter which side of the courtroom you’re on, taking a family dispute to court should be your last resort. Avoiding litigation is not only financially beneficial, but it will also save your family from […]
If you are a beneficiary designated in a will, you may already be dealing with feelings of grief and loss associated with the passing of a loved one. You may have notions that disputing the handling or terms of a will is simply creating more stress than you need in this sensitive time. Emotions can […]
Although any estate plan should undergo regular review to ensure it is still valid and up-to-date, there are many situations that may have a direct impact on your will. Changes in your family structure have significant implications for your will, and require your attention and the help of an attorney to rework your plan and […]
An article penned by Gaslowitz Frankel attorney LeAnne Gilbert was featured in the March publication of the Mortmain, a journal shared in the official Atlanta Bar Newsletter. The Atlanta Bar Association, the largest voluntary bar association in the southeast, has over six thousand members throughout metro Atlanta. Ms. Gilbert’s article, “Duncan v. Rawls — S.E.2d […]
Over half of American adults have given someone a power of attorney. A power of attorney allows someone to make decisions on your behalf as a fiduciary, and grants them a great deal of authority over your affairs. Designating an agent to act under a power of attorney is one of the first steps many […]
It is often that parties will enter into a business relationship based on an oral agreement. While in most instances, an oral agreement can be enforced, if the parties’ understandings or recollections of that agreement differ, the possibilities of a dispute are substantial. Other times, the parties do have a written agreement, but it is […]
The purpose of guardianships and conservatorships is to protect aging adults. When an adult becomes unable to care for him or herself due to injury, illness, or old age, a judge may deem it necessary for another person to manage the incapacitated adult’s daily life (a guardian) or financial affairs (a conservator). Sadly, however, it […]
When it comes time for estate planning, you’ll need to decide which tools are best for you and your family. Living trusts have gained some popularity, but many Americans are still unclear about what a living trust is and how it can be beneficial for their estate plan. Let’s take a look at the many […]
Losing a loved one is hard enough without the added stress and heartbreak of a dispute over inheritance. Your family members may not all agree about how your estate should be handled, and these disagreements can lead to bitter, costly lawsuits that can drag on for months or even years. Here a few things you […]
