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Divorce and friends

Is your marriage falling apart?  Have you and your spouse tried therapy or perhaps soul searching?  Do you suffer from self-doubt or anxiety?  Deciding to separate is no easy task, especially if children are involved. Typically, this stressful process of deciding whether to end your marriage takes place behind closed doors.  You may have told… Continue reading →

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Mickey Rooney sues his family

Actor Mickey Rooney is once again in the news.  The 90-year old actor is suing his stepson and other family members on allegations that they tricked him into thinking he was on the verge of poverty. All the while they defrauded him out of millions of dollars.  He has filed a lawsuit against family members… Continue reading →

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Survivor benefits

Certain members of a family may be entitled to Social Security benefits when a person dies after working for at least ten years – depending on his or her age at the time of death. Those entitled to benefits include the widow or widower.  He or she will receive full benefits at full retirement age… Continue reading →

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Man accused of scamming elderly people

A 45-year old man was recently arrested on suspicion of selling walk-in bathtubs designed for disabled or elderly people, but never delivering them.  He has not returned any deposits or money paid up front for bathtubs that sell for about $7,500. He is facing felony charges.  He is being held in lieu of $100,000 bail… Continue reading →

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What happens to debt after someone dies?

When a family member dies and leaves debts, who must pay them?  Family members, such as parents and children, are not responsible for the debt incurred by the deceased.  The probate court will decide who is responsible. One of the first steps to be taken is to contact all debt holders and advise them that… Continue reading →

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Divorce and estate planning

If you and your spouse created estate planning documents while you were married, it is important to revise them once your divorce is final. If you believe your ex-spouse is an unfit parent, make sure you appoint a guardian for any minor children in the event of your death.  Make a point to have a… Continue reading →

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