There are many reasons why a will may be invalidated by a California judge. For instance, the document may have been signed by individuals who were not eligible to serve as witnesses. It's also possible that an heir will successfully challenge the document on the...
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What is a trust vs. a will?
When you start planning your estate in California, you could create a trust along with your will. You don't necessarily have to create a trust, but it could make it easier for you to dispense certain assets. Trusts could also reduce the length of time that your estate...
Could a lawful permanent resident petition for relatives?
Once an immigrant attains lawful permanent resident status, he or she gains many benefits. One benefit centers on the ability to petition to bring relatives into the United States. Lawful permanent residents may one day become U.S. citizens, but until naturalization...
Tips for handling the passing of your assets
California residents who are sitting down to start their wills need to think about the assets they have. If you're like most people, you have an idea of who you want to leave particular assets to. To ensure that your heirs get those intended assets according to your...
What will happen to your credit if you file for bankruptcy?
California residents who are undergoing severe financial distress may be thinking about filing for bankruptcy. Regardless of whether you file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, there are many consequences you'll face for doing so. Below, we're going to take a...
What is a digital will?
Wills aren't exactly known for being convenient. Many people in California put off writing one because they don't want to deal with the hassle. With the advent of modern technology, some people have wondered if they can speed up the process by creating an electronic...
Overview of differences between a green card and a visa
U.S. immigration law can prove quite complex and confusing. With that stated, many people in California and elsewhere in the country are unsure whether any real or substantial differences exist between a green card and a visa. The fact is that there are. What is a...
An ITIN number gives undocumented workers stimulus money
Many immigrants without a Social Security number may believe that they won't benefit from government stimulus payments. However, undocumented workers in California can get money from the Golden State's Stimulus package if they have an individual taxpayer...
Choosing a medical POA in San Diego, CA
One of the most important decisions that anyone can make is deciding who will make medical decisions on their behalf in the event they become incapacitated. If you are putting together an estate plan, choosing a medical power of attorney is one of the key components...
Biden administration signals new approach to immigration
California has not used the word "alien" to describe foreign nationals in its labor code since 2015, and the federal government is now working to replace "alien" with "noncitizen" in a move that is widely seen as a sign of the Biden administration's break with the...