If you have recently lost a loved one, the last thing you want to think about is what to do with the things they owned. Unfortunately, bills must be paid and taxes must be settled, so someone will have to step forward and take care of the estate. If your loved one had...
Probate And Estate Planning
Who Sues When the Personal Representative of an Estate is Also a Defendant?
In Fisher v. Huckabee, the SC Supreme Court affirmed the circuit court's dismissal of a relative's lawsuit seeking to remove the personal representative of an estate because the relative believed the estate had a claim against the personal representative. The relative...
Mistakes in your estate plan could be problematic in the future
For South Carolina readers, having an estate plan in place is practical, regardless of age, health status or the size of the estate. For many, drafting a simple will is enough to protect financial interests and shield loved ones from complications in the future....
Why should you consider a health care power of attorney?
Estate planning is a beneficial step for all South Carolina residents. Having appropriate plans in place is a good idea for everyone, regardless of income level and assets. If you do not have an estate plan or you have not updated yours in a long time, you may...
Yes, you need a prenuptial agreement
Negative stereotypes regarding prenuptial agreements lurk around every corner. Popular media often portrays these important planning documents as the tools of self-serving, un-romantic individuals who are betting on the losing end of their marriage. In actuality,...
