When a loved one dies in Louisiana, it is unfortunate that there is often a dispute over their property. This is frequently perceived as happening if the person died intestate – meaning without a will. However, discord can also arise if the person had a will or other...
Probate Litigation
What can be done if an executor breaches their fiduciary duties?
Whether you suddenly and unexpectedly lose a loved one in a car crash or whether your loved one’s death came after a long, protracted illness such as cancer no one can deny that the death of a loved one can be a traumatic and life-changing event. Your entire world has...
Members of an LLC have certain fiduciary duties to fulfill
In Lafayette and across Louisiana, those who are trying to start a business will have many business entities to choose from. One of the more popular structures is a Limited Liability Company (LLC). With an LLC, the members’ personal assets are generally shielded if...
Duties of an executor and how to challenge one
Families may not always agree on the administration of an estate and disputes may arise. When they do, family members may wish to be familiar with the duties of an executor and how they may challenge an executor who has violated their fiduciary duties. Duties of an...
Can you change a will after someone passes away?
If someone you love passes away, you may want to do all you can to fulfill their final wishes. However, there are times when their will won’t make you happy, and if you and others in your family feel the same way, then you may want to change it. Unfortunately, it’s...
When is it necessary to challenge the executor of a will?
Losing a loved one is a painful experience. Your hurt may compound, though, if you suspect the executor of their will of misconduct. Their actions may stem from gross incompetence, or they may be nefarious. Either way, you might fear that you have few options for...
When can you remove a trustee?
Trustees have a difficult job and bear a lot of responsibility. Whether you are a trustee or a beneficiary of a trust, you should understand both the powers and the responsibilities of a trustee. You also need to know when a trustee can be removed and replaced. Many...
Asset disputes may arise among blended families
There may be a multitude of individuals in Louisiana and elsewhere who have decided to enter a second, or even third marriage. In some cases, successive marriages may also bring new additions to the family and create a need to update existing estate plans....
Issues that may arise when distributing property in a digital era
There may be a multitude of individuals in Louisiana and elsewhere who have digital assets they wish to be distributed amongst their loved ones after they are gone. When it comes to distributing property, the process of planning for digital assets is similar to that...
It seems Aretha Franklin did have wills, unlike most Americans
Three wills apparently written by Aretha Franklin have been discovered in her suburban Detroit home. When Franklin died in August, she was believed to have left no will, a fact that lingered in the background as she was memorialized in the national media. Validity of...
