Possession isn't always nine-tenths of the law. A beneficiary or an heir has a responsibility to report to law enforcement if there is suspicion an asset inherited was stolen.

Pete Rose died without a will. As a result, his children are at odds on who should be in charge of the 1 estate and whether a licensing agreement should be part of his estate, which would subsequently omit three of his five children as a beneficiary.

John Amos' daughter has sued her brother stating that their dad lacked mental capacity and was

unduly influenced when he signed his will. She also sued for elder abuse and the acceleration of

Amos' death for the healthcare given by her brother and Amos' caregiver.

Rupert Murdoch paid billions of dollars to three of his children to settle a lawsuit whereby he tried to change the terms of his irrevocable trust so that only one son would be in charge instead of four owning and controlling an equal share.

Texas has raised the penalty divisor for uncompensated transfers starting September 1, 2025, meaning gift-making strategies can now result in longer private-pay periods. Learn how this update could affect your long-term care eligibility and smart planning options.

Although beneficiary designations avoid probate, it is often best to have your assets pass by will or trust since protection is often needed for your beneficiaries ranging from disability to tax planning.

Disinherited Barney's New York heir seeks vengeance against his siblings by using New York's whistleblower law claiming that they moved his mother to Florida to evade payment of New York income and estate taxes.

One of the allegations in a $50 million lawsuit by former business partners of Priscilla Presley is that she withheld life support on her daughter, Lisa Marie, so that Lisa Marie could not remove Priscilla as trustee over a Trust that owns Graceland.

There could be a legal battle between Hulk Hogan's surviving wife and heirs due to Florida's spousal elective share rules. His dysfunctional family may just increase the chance of litigation.

If you die without a will in Texas, the state decides who inherits your property and it might not be who you think. In this episode, Michael Cohen explains how Texas law handles separate and community property, and why those assumptions can create costly legal issues. Learn how proper planning can help you avoid probate nightmares and protect your loved ones.