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Terminology Used in Will Estates
Ademption - Is the failure of a gift of personal property stated in a will due to the property no longer belonging to the testator.Administrator - Is an appointed individual who administers an estate in an intestate succession.Beneficiary - Is the person receiving a gift or benefitting from a trust.Bequest - Is a testamentary gift of personal property other than money.Codicil - Is an[...]
Electronic Wills
An electronic will is one that is created, recorded, transmitted or stored in digital form or in any other intangible form by electronic, magnetic or optical means and can include:* Testamentary provisions, either read or spoken by the testator while being filmed or videotaped, however, such provisions would be deemed as an oral will and would fail as being valid;* A written will that[...]
Presumed Organ Donation
Organ donation in the United States and most of the world operates on a specific policy that requires an opt-in from the donor at some point prior to death. This procedure, marked on a specific donor card or on the driver's license, is required for your organs to be eligible for donations after death and without it the medical practitioners have no authority to remove organs. New York[...]
Inheriting Risks as Executor of the Will
If, out of everyone in your family or inner social network, you're the kind of person who is organized, responsible and financially fiscal, well, you could be painting yourself a sign which reads, I'm your guy or gal in the event that someone needs an executor. Chances are, at some point, it may happen. It could be from a spouse, parent or close friend, and if you're the kind of person[...]
Guidelines for Drafting a Will
When a will is submitted, whether it be written or orally communicated by a person stating how they would like their estate disposed of at the time of their death, it is best to understand that all wills must meet certain requirements in order for them to be deemed valid, which include:1. The testator must be 18 years of age or an emancipated minor.2. The testator must be of sound mind[...]
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