A power of attorney (POA) is a document that gives someone the legal right to make decisions for someone else. The individual with a power of attorney is the agent, while the individual allowing a power of attorney is the principal. However, POAs have various forms...
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Many celebrities lack wills
Pennsylvania fans of actor Chadwick Boseman might be surprised to learn that he died without a will. Boseman was diagnosed with cancer in 2016 and died in August 2020. His wife listed the value of his estate as $938,500 when she filed to be named administrator. The...
How do you establish fault in a slip-and-fall accident case?
If you've been seriously hurt in a slip-and-fall accident, you know that these incidents are serious and potentially life-threatening events. You also know that -- if your slip-and-fall happened because of a property owner's negligence -- it's important for property...
Can I put paintings and other personal possessions in my will?
Imagine you grew up staring at dad's "Dogs Playing Poker" painting in the den, and eventually the painting became yours. Now, your kids have grown up looking at the very same painting and all of them love it.Even though your "Dogs Playing Poker" painting isn't worth...
How pedestrians can be safe on Halloween night
Halloween is a delight for kids of all ages. For little ones, the excitement of donning a costume and walking through the neighborhood to get candy is an experience like no other. For adults, transforming themselves and going to a costume party is probably...
Buying property from an estate sale? Ask these questions first
When someone inherits a home or another piece of real estate, they sometimes won’t want to keep the property. Instead, they may look to sell the property through an estate sale.For homebuyers, an estate sale may provide a buying opportunity. Be warned, however,...
