On behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 29, 2014 | Estate Planning
Jerry Orbach, who starred as Detective Lennie Briscoe in the popular “Law and Order” television series, died a decade ago, but a battle is brewing over his Chase bank account, according to a recent story in the New York Post. The Chase bank account in dispute belongs...
On behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 22, 2014 | Estate Planning, Family
A recent article in the New York Post about brothers battling over a painting from their uncle’s estate serves as a reminder of the importance of designating a destination for your personal property, either through a will or by gifting while you are still alive. The...
On behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 11, 2014 | Elder Law, Special Needs
In honor of “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month,” proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan in March 1987, this month’s issue of The ElderCounselor™ examines the unique planning requirements of families who have loved ones with special needs. Understanding the...
On behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 8, 2014 | Family, Kids Protection, Personal Growth
Pediatrician Dr. Bill Sears is the author of more than 30 books on childcare, has appeared on dozens of national talk shows, provides medical and parenting guidance for Parenting and BabyTalk magazines, received his pediatric training at Harvard Medical School’s...
On behalf of Law Offices of Gerald L. Kane | Apr 1, 2014 | Estate Planning, Family, Finance, Insurance, Kids Protection, Taxes
Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman’s will has been filed for probate and provides a cautionary tale when it comes to estate planning mistakes. Here are four things he could have done to correct them: Create a Revocable Living Trust. Hoffman was a public...
