There are many Minnesota families who are taking care of an elderly family member. With a large portion of the population in their golden years, there are many who are suffering from Alzheimer's, dementia, and other diseases where they can't take care of themselves....
It is difficult to manage your emotions and legal matters after a loved one passes away. However, you expect the personal representative of the estate to handle things with integrity and honesty. Unfortunately, some personal representatives do not fulfill their...
There are many instances of seniors being taken advantage by people who wish to gain access to their finances. Fraud is a huge problem in Minnesota and it can be hard for seniors to understand when there is illegal activity occurring. A new law aims to protect senior...
As we have discussed previously, elder abuse is a problem in Minnesota and across the country. Many states have tried to tackle this problem to keep vulnerable people safe.In an attempt to try and thwart elder financial abuse, the government recently passed the Senior...
When a Minnesota resident dies, they have often accumulated debt. It is important to address this debt when the affairs are sorted out. If there is debt that is not paid off by an executor, there can be some problems. Paying off the estate's debts is one of the...
Unfortunately, not every estate is settled peacefully in Minnesota. There are many times when an heir does not agree with the settlement and feels it wasn't fair. These situations are emotional and complicated and can lead to probate litigation. In a recent case,...
If your loved one died in Minnesota leaving a Last Will and Testament, you may have felt shocked when you discovered the provisions of that will. You may not have inherited the things or amount to which you feel you are entitled. Before you mount an official will...
Many Minnesota residents own their own business. Small businesses make up an important part of the Minnesota economy. While some businesses have been in the same family for generations, every small business owner works hard to ensure their business succeeds. When it...
Elder abuse is a serious issue in Minnesota and across the United States. Undue influence in estates is a subject that many families have had to face. When an elderly loved one and their estate is taken advantage of and manipulated it can be a devastating...
No matter how well a Minnesotan may plan, an inheritance dispute can occur to just about anyone. Even the best laid out plan can fail. These disputes are emotional and can result in families broken apart forever.Even if there is very little money involved in an...