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Anyone can easily imagine that the law prohibits the circulation of alcoholic beverages on the grounds of a school or any public educational institution. However, several questions can arise in connection with such circulation. Particularly whether it is legal if you take beer to a school football match, to the stadium of the school, but hide it in a thermos for coffee. It is unclear whether it's lawful to bring beer to a college basketball match at a city stadium instead of the college's stadium. Additionally, questions arise about the legality of serving alcohol during a charity dinner at a college. To find answers to such questions, let's examine California Business Professional Code, section 25608.
Business and Professional Code section 25608 makes it a misdemeanor to possess, consume, or deliver alcohol at public schools. Therefore, bringing beer to a school football match, even in a thermos, is illegal. Several exceptions to the general rule allow the actions mentioned above on public school grounds or in a schoolhouse.
The list of exceptions defined in the corresponding section of the California Business & Professional Code is quite many. However, we can try to divide them into some groups.
Alcohol serves educational purposes in viticulture studies, enology studies, and similar programs.
The law allows alcohol delivery during an event or ceremony on school grounds when no students are attending classes. Therefore, serving alcohol at a charity lunch for outside guests or consuming alcohol during a non-school football match at the school stadium is permitted by law.
Another exception is possessing alcohol at events held outside the educational institution's grounds. For example, if you attend a college basketball game at a city stadium, you can bring a bottle of beer without needing to hide it in a coffee thermos. Another exception involves school property leased to an organization not using it for educational purposes. In this case, the law permits individuals to possess and consume alcohol, and to engage in activities outlined in Section 25608, but only within that specific portion of the property.
In case one “possesses, consumes, sells, gives, delivers” alcohol in a public educational institution or on its grounds shall be punished by up to 6 months in a jail or a fine up to 1000$.
Thus, we already understand that there are some exceptions from the law when alcoholic beverages are legal in the territory of the schoolhouse. If your situation falls under these exceptions, you won't face punishment for committing a misdemeanor. Another defense is proving the search was unlawful, such as without a court order.
In California, Business and Professions Code Section 25608 prohibits the possession and consumption of alcohol on public school property. However, there are exceptions that are very important to consider when questions of legality arise. For example, alcohol may be used as part of an educational program. Such as:
This allows students to learn about wine culture and alcohol production for educational purposes. These programs are specifically designed to educate students and alcohol is used as part of the educational practices. In addition, the law allows the circulation of alcohol on school premises. Only if the event is unrelated to academic activities. For example, charity luncheons and sporting events that are not held during school hours. This may include serving alcohol if there are no students at the event. This exception helps avoid conflicts between curricular and extracurricular events held in school buildings.
Violation of this law may result in a misdemeanor charge. A person found guilty may be fined up to $1,000 or sentenced to up to six months in jail. Given the severity of the law, it is important to follow all established rules and safeguards to avoid unpleasant consequences.
If you are facing charges under Business and Professions Code Section 25608, there are several defenses available. For example, if your conduct was related to an authorized activity, this may be grounds for an acquittal. The legality of the search may also be challenged if it was conducted without probable cause or a court order. Another defense may be to prove that the alcohol was not intended for consumption in a public place, but was intended for private use at an event that did not violate school law.
In any case, you will need a professional lawyer to guide you in the process of creating a defense strategy and the KAASS LAW professional team is always ready to assist. If you or a loved one faces charges under Business and Professions Code 25608, contact (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation.
In today's mobile world, people might live and work in many countries during their careers. The citizen first acquires property in one state as a single person. Later, they marry and acquire property in other states, building a community of assets.
California Probate Code Section 100 states that half of the community property belongs to the surviving spouse. The other half belongs to the decedent.[1] Division 2 of the Section allows spouses to agree in writing on dividing community property. They can divide based on the aggregate value or individual assets. The subdivision does not authorize or recognize a non-pro-rata division of property without a written agreement.
If spouses die leaving or quasi-community property and no clear and compelling proof shows which spouse survived the other, California law may divide the property equally: [2]
Joint and several liabilities are a legal principle which applies in some states. Under California the definition of joint and several liability is clear. Law suits arising from mishaps on a building site may be extremely difficult cases. This is because the responsibility for the incident can be divided between several parties. For instance, if a wall fails, the general contractor may have provided incorrect instructions; the engineers may have used a flawed design; the concrete subcontractor may have used the wrong type of cement; or a coworker may have made a mistake. The list could actually grow to include lots of parties. How does the law sort out liability in a complex dispute if there is more than one party to blame? One or more parties may be held liable individually for the entire amount of damages suffered by a claimant for personal injury. In the event this responsibility is regardless of their own degree of blame. It means that a defendant can be held liable for 100% percent of your negligence even though they were responsible for your injury for only 15% percent. In the event that you receive only from one jointly and severally liable party, then the defendant will compel any other responsible party to request donation.
Many states in USA have a simple law of several liability in which each party pays only damages up to the degree of their relative accident fault. You have laws in other states like a tortfeasor that settles with a plaintiff giving up his or her right to appeal from any other tortfeasors. Joint and several liability in California is an adapted version of the old version of common law. This says more than one party can be collectively liable for the full amount of your economic damage but only individually (severally) liable for your non-economic damage in proportion to your percentage of blame. The remainder of the tortfeasors are, however, then entitled to a setoff for whatever the settlement amount is. In other words, the expense of the verdict is subtracted from any jury award.
No matter where you live, you must understand what constitutes a valid real estate contract if you ever purchase or sell property again. A real estate contract may be implicit, written, or verbal. However, practically all real estate transactions must be in writing under real estate law. The only exceptions are commission sharing agreements, which may be oral. There are numerous circumstances that emerge in real estate law that don't occur as frequently in other circumstances.
Real estate contract litigation not only includes general contract law, but also specific rules of law and common law. The contract is subject to the same principles of law that govern contracts generally, irrespective of whether the contract is a purchase and sale deal, a land purchase contract, an option to buy, a lease or any other form of arrangement. Therefore, in any conflict surrounding a real estate transaction, the general law of contracts should be considered, and could have a definitive effect on the parties’ rights and obligations. For instance, contract structure and enforceability requirements, contract enforcement rules, and other general issues are relevant in real estate litigation .
There has been a lot of discussion about the privacy protections provided by the 2018 California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Nevertheless, perhaps one of the CCPA's most relevant provisions will be one that has been somewhat overlooked: Section 1798.150, which allows for statutory damages of between $100 (US dollars) and $750 (US dollars) per user for certain data breaches per event. Indeed, if California had adopted Section 1798.150 alone, it would have gained dozens of studies on how its statutory remedy for damages would possibly lead to an increase in private class action "bet-the-company" lawsuits over data breaches. It has resulted in commentators spending less time analyzing its impact on businesses because it was enacted as just one provision in a first in the nation privacy law.
The manufactured home once known as a mobile home is a popular dwelling place for many. Builders construct modern manufactured homes according to strict building standards that have evolved nationally since 1976. Unlike conventional "site-built" houses, fabricated models often come with their own warranty forms. Furthermore, 38 states, including California, have rules and regulations regulating manufactured home-building and guarantee systems. In 1958, California itself led the way in the oversight of manufactured home construction.
California does a remarkable job of ensuring the protection by multiple laws and codes of manufactured homeowners. The existence of the Senate Select Committee on Manufactured Home Communities is one unusual feature of manufactured home ownership in California. This is a standing committee which studies the need for legislation and makes recommendations to the Legislature as necessary. The Department of Housing and Community Development is in charge of the California Manufactured Housing Protection and Assistance Program. Which is in charge of enforcing rules and regulations in order to put California's manufactured housing laws and codes into effect. The Department, in particular, had also adopt building standards that are compatible with known and approved standards. As published in the most recent editions of industry codes that are uniform or international.
The most terrifying of all the California DUI consequences is probably going to jail. Depending on the circumstances, whether it is your first or fourth DUI conviction, you might spend time in jail. Additionally, state jail term is part of several DUI penalties. You must be aware of your particular sentence and understand how to reduce or prevent it.
Under the Vehicle Code of California, it is unlawful for a person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage to drive a vehicle. Driving under the influence (DUI) is an offense punishable under California law. Like any offense, DUI also has its manifestations. It may be committed under a variety of circumstances, which can both aggravate and mitigate the gravity of the offense. The content of such circumstances compose of the following factors:
When "aggravating circumstances" surround your DUI, your punishment will be enhanced. In addition to the standard DUI sanctions, the enhancement includes additional punishments. The following sentence enhancements are most prevalent in California:
“Miranda rights” or otherwise “Miranda warning” comes from the 1966 U.S. Supreme Court case Miranda vs. Arizona. The judgment of this case was precedential since it set up several procedural requirements that are to be followed by the law-enforcement bodies while arresting and interrogating a suspect. Meanwhile, the procedural safeguards are considered to be the rights vested to the defendant.
Especially, the Court held that defendant must be warned before any questioning that:
The conjunction of these four procedural safeguards constitutes Miranda rights, which shall be enjoyed by everyone. They apply to all criminal proceedings, including cases comprising offenses of driving under the influence (“DUI”). Not only should the defendant be informed of his/her Miranda rights, but also they are to be fulfilled without hindrance. This means that the mere announcement of Miranda rights by law-enforcement bodies does not suffice. The defendant shall enjoy the consequences of Miranda rights. So if the police explain Miranda rights to the suspect, but then start to question him ignoring his refusal to be questioned or his request to call his lawyer, the essence of Miranda rights will be impaired.
If you have a "cloud" on your property title, the property has an outstanding lien or unresolved issue that could lead to its confiscation for payment. Common types of clouds on titles include:
Many of these issues can go unnoticed for years, only coming up during a title search. Given that title searches typically only take place during the buying and selling process, clouds on titles often cause complications for property owners and prospective buyers.
Generally, yes. People looking to buy are generally weary of purchasing a property with a cloud on the title, given that this can invalidate the owner’s right of ownership over the property. Laws may prevent you from selling the home until the title issue is resolved, depending on the type of cloud.
Luckily, property owners can often resolve many types of title clouds through a "quiet title action." This is basically when a property owner presents the title to a court, who decide who must resolve the title. The information one would submit includes:
A will is a legal document that outlines where your wealth and property will go upon your passing. This document alone is not sufficient to protect all of your assets, but it is perhaps the most important document in doing so. Without a will, the rules of California interstate succession will govern how all of your assets are distributed. A will is paramount to ensuring that you, and not the government or an attorney, choose where your assets will go.
Unfortunately, having a will alone is usually not preferable since California requires wills to go through probate, a long and complex process many avoid. The way of doing so is to combine the will with another document, known as a living trust.
Creating a trust whilst one is still alive is a common way to get around the dreaded process of probate. In a living trust, the asset owner typically designates themselves as the initial trustee. They manage the assets for the benefit of specified beneficiaries. Upon their death, the agreement of the trust designates who will take over as the trustee and how the assets will be distributed to beneficiaries.
The transfer of community and quasi-community assets to a revocable trust assumes those assets maintain their overall character for any division established by the trust, according to Sections 100 and 101. This section applies to all transactions made before, on, or after January 1, 2000. [1] California Probate Code Section 100 [2] California Probate Code Section 103 KAASS LAW helps navigate California's Probate Code, guide community property division, draft agreements, manage revocable trusts, and ensure legal compliance.
In California, attorneys often place special emphasis on addressing the unique legal and financial considerations that arise in mixed marriages. That is, where one of the spouses is a foreign national or resides outside the state. In such cases, a conflict of jurisdiction may arise in the division of property upon the death of one spouse. California law treats property acquired in other states as community property. If the spouses subsequently resided in California. This provision is important in the case of inheritance, especially if the heirs have a dispute over ownership.
Another critical issue is the debt obligations of the deceased. Under California law, debts incurred during the marriage can be collected from the surviving spouse's share of the community property. However, creditors must go through the process of notice and filing claims with the probate court. To protect their assets, spouses are encouraged to enter into a prenuptial agreement or property settlement agreement in advance.
It is not uncommon for relatives of a deceased person to dispute the surviving spouse's right to a piece of property. Especially when there is no will. In such cases, California courts consider both the language of the will and the intent of the spouses to divide or not divide the property. The law allows for the consideration of:
If they can be corroborated by witnesses.
The death of a spouse may have tax implications. For example, the capital gains tax on the sale of an inherited property may be reduced. This is due to the increased value. This becomes especially important when clients need to make decisions about real estate or investments they acquired jointly, as clear guidance can help avoid future disputes and ensure a fair distribution. It should be noted, however, that the tax rules vary depending on the type and nature of the property.
Properly drafting a joint property and will can greatly simplify the process of dividing assets upon the death of a spouse. KAASS LAW can:
In addition, our team advises clients on the most effective strategies for distributing their assets while minimizing tax burdens.
Parties found liable for the accident are considered as tortfeasors. Basically a tortfeasor is someone who does a type of torture. If the tortfeasor is found liable, the plaintiff must be compensated for his negligence and physical harm. In a civil case, terror perpetrators are named defendants. If there are many tortfeasors in a case, the car-accident counsel in California will be the one who guarantees that they are all identified in the complaint.
There are definitely several joint and several liability opponents there. One reason for these is the risk of serious inequality arising from it. A good example is a defendant who is at fault of only 10 percent, but who is jointly and severally liable with another defendant who is at fault of 90 percent, yet may end up with full financial responsibility if the 90 percent defendant is judgment-proof.
Crucial for the creation of a contract which, if not present, would affect its enforceability:
In every real estate sale contract there is an implicit promise that the seller is marketable or merchandising. Where the term "grant" is used to convey a fee-simple property and no contradictory terms appear in the instrument, the seller of real property implies that:
A warranty in a real estate purchase and contract is a seller’s express on some intangible element of the land. A warranty helps to force the seller to reveal material facts about the property and to give the buyer clear guarantees about the property’s condition. Warranties can consist of affirmative representations not otherwise needed of a seller. The duty of a seller to obtain a warranty is absolute. Responsibility is placed on violation irrespective of whether the seller knew or ought to know that the claim was false.
Residential real estate sellers have a duty to disclose any information that adversely affect the value or desirability of the property that are known or accessible only to the seller and that are not recognized or within reach of the buyer's careful attention and observation. However, the seller is not responsible for latent property defects that he or she did not know about, and had no reason to believe that they existed.
Where a violation is only partial, it relieves the other party of the duty to act only if also material. Among the factors to be considered when assessing the materiality of an infringement are the following:
California Civil Code §1798.82 allows individuals or businesses in California to notify citizens if a person experiences a security breach. Interestingly, section 1798.82(h) describes “personal information” as much narrower than that of the CCPA, to be either of:
The legislation mandates that notification be given to the affected individuals within the most expedient time possible and without delay. Or any appropriate action to assess the extent of the violation and restore the data system's fair integrity.
Section 1798.81.5 of the California Civil Code specifies that "a company that owns, licenses or preserves personal information about a citizen of California shall adopt and retain reasonable security procedures and practices relevant to the nature of the information to protect personal information from unauthorized access, destruction, usage, alteration or release". The law also requires that any business that discloses personal information under a non-affiliated third party contract requires that non-affiliated third party implement and maintain reasonable security procedures and practices.
Before the California Consumer Privacy Act, there was a private right of action for data breach disclosure breaches and information. California Civil Code Articles 1798.84(b). Nevertheless, this private right of action does not provide for statutory damages.
The saying "as is the case with California, so is the nation" applies to manufactured homes and to their warranties. Early September 1, 1958, no manufactured home could be marketed or built in California unless it met with state building regulations. In 1976, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development adopted federal regulations for manufactured homes, partly based on the standards of California.
The Golden State has always been regarded as customer friendly and for manufactured home guarantees this is no different. The California Civil Code's Sections 1797 through 1797.7 regulate manufactured home builders and the warranty coverage they must provide. For one, homebuilders, contractors and dealers imported by California have to respect warranties they offer on such homes. At a minimum, home warranties made in California cover "substantial material and workmanship defects" in a variety of home systems.
The home warranties provided by Golden State include plumbing, electrical, fire safety, ventilation, heating and structural systems. In addition, all appliances built in or produced by a manufactured home builder, or their contractors or suppliers have protection by the California guarantee rules. Manufactured home warranties in California extend to their customer for one year from the day a home is shipped. You have one year and 10 days from the date of delivery of your manufactured home to inform your manufacturer, in writing, of any defects.
If your home made in California has a flaw protected by the State's warranty provisions, report to your dealer or supplier first. The Golden State needs manufactured home builders and their dealers to take appropriate action to fix any defects associated with the warranties. The Mobile home Ombudsman's office in California also helps manufactured homeowners cope with warranty and other issues.
In addition to the mandatory one-year warranty, some manufacturers offer voluntary or extended warranties on modular homes. These warranties may cover individual components, including:
Terms range from two to ten years. However, the terms of such warranties usually depend on the specific manufacturer. Buyers should study them carefully before signing a contract. For example, failure to comply with the maintenance requirements specified in the manufacturer's instructions may void the warranty. It is important to note that extended warranties are often arranged through third-party insurance companies rather than directly with the builder.
Once the modular home has been delivered to the site, a technical inspection is recommended. Although not required by law, such a measure allows for the timely identification of hidden defects. This information can be critical when seeking warranty repairs. More information about inspections can be found on the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) The buyer must also keep all documents related to the purchase and installation, such as:
This will facilitate the claims process. Our attorneys are available to advise you at any stage. In addition, we recommend that you read the Federal Trade Commission's recommendations for understanding warranty rights.
If you or a loved one has been harmed as the result of another's negligence, then you may be entitled to compensation. If that is the case, contact our Glendale personal injury lawyer today for a consultation and case review. A warranty lawsuit is an extremely complex legal process. Please feel free to give our office a call at 310.943.1171. KAASS LAW helps homeowners address warranty issues, fix defective manufactured homes, and navigate California's complex building regulations.
Obviously, if a felony is attributed to the person, he/she will face a stricter penalty as compared with the other ones in the range of penalties envisaged for the particular offense. In this regard, DUI is not an exemption, and it has such harsh penalties as imprisonment in the county jail for a certain period. Almost all DUI offenses may entail a jail sentence in California. Jail time varies upon the nature, frequency, and gravity of the offense. Jail time has its lower and upper limits. According to the Vehicle Code and court practice of California, based on the frequency of the offense jail time for DUIs constitutes as follows:
Frequency
Minimum Jail Time
Maximum Jail Time
1st DUI
48 hours
6 months
2nd DUI (within 10 years)
10 days
Up to 1 year
3rd DUI (within 10 years)
120 days
Up to 1 year
4th (or more) DUI (within 10 years)
180 days
Up to 3 years
The court can credit the convicted with the time he/she served after an arrest. For example, if a driver spent 2 days in jail after a DUI arrest, and further he/she is sentenced to 22 days. His final jail time will be 20 days. Some circumstances can increase the likelihood of applying jail time by the judge while considering the type of penalty. Such circumstances are known as “aggravating circumstances." These include:
Due to the overcrowding in California prisons, the courts are more prone to apply other measures of liability as an alternative to jail time. Also, it may happen in cases when the offense is nonviolent or the defendant is a first offender. Possible alternatives for jail time are:
Given the seriousness of DUI penalties, it is important to contact an experienced attorney as soon as possible. A skilled attorney will be able to analyze the details of your case. He or she will be able to identify possible errors in police actions and develop an effective defense strategy. This is especially true if this is your first offense or if there are extenuating circumstances.
Without legal assistance, defendants in DUI cases are often unaware of their rights. Or of possible alternative penalties. For example, an experienced defense attorney can challenge:
In addition, an attorney can request that the jail time be converted to alternative measures. Such as:
If you have been charged with DUI, do not delay in seeking legal help. Contact KAASS LAW we can help you understand the situation, protect your rights, and minimize the consequences. Call us at (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation.
To obtain Miranda rights, the defendant must gain special status. In Miranda case the court established that the presence of the following two conditions is a must:
As of DUI arrests, the road police are not necessarily required to give Miranda warning before carrying roadside DUI investigation. In case a DUI investigation is accompanied by an arrest and interrogation of a driver, a Miranda warning should be given.
One does not need to be read a Miranda warning to gain the right to exercise it. In that regard, drivers may be well informed about their rights and responsibilities. At least, they may learn it from action movies. Nevertheless, Miranda rights need to be invoked clearly in order to achieve them. The way of invocation does not matter, someone might say “I want to remain silent”, “I want to call my lawyer”, or “Please, provide a lawyer”.
The police will probably ask you if you understand your rights after reading them to you after the Miranda warning. The police will then give you the option to surrender your rights if you want to cooperate with their investigation. You might have to sign a Miranda waiver in order to give up your rights. Insist on your right to stay silent when the police ask you whether you wish to renounce your rights. You might be able to renounce your Miranda rights without actually signing a waiver by making an implied waiver instead. As long as your statement is voluntary and you have been informed of your Miranda rights, it may be presumed in this situation. The suspect may waive his Miranda rights. The waiver must be clear and affirmative․ It should be accepted in case the police are confident in the following:
In the event Miranda rights are somehow violated, a DUI defense attorney can submit a motion to suppress evidence referring to section 1538.5 of the California Penal Code. If the motion is granted, the evidence obtained in violation of Miranda rights (statements of the defendant) is considered inadmissible in the court proceedings and the judge throws it out of the lists of evidence.
Having a cloud on your title can have significant legal and financial consequences. When attempting to sell or mortgage a property, financial institutions and buyers will require proof of "clean" title. If the restriction is not removed, the transaction may be delayed or canceled altogether. In addition, even after purchasing a cloud property, a buyer may face restrictions on the use or possession of the property. If you are trying to:
the presence of the cloud may make these actions more difficult. Some types of restrictions, such as pending probate cases, may be difficult to resolve. You will need professional legal assistance.
To prevent such situations, it is important to conduct a thorough title search. This is done before you buy or sell a property. This includes obtaining a title report. This reflects any recorded restrictions and potential risks. Such a report helps to identify problems in advance and take corrective action. In addition, the inspection should be done not only at the time of the sale of the property. But also on a regular basis, especially if you inherit the property. Or became the owner as a result of divorce proceedings. It is also worth remembering that some encumbrances, such as oral agreements on the right of use. may not be recorded in the official records and require separate legal consideration.
Timely consultation with an attorney will not only allow you to determine the nature of the encumbrance, but also to develop a strategy for eliminating it. Depending on the situation, this may involve
Regardless of the nature of the problem, a qualified attorney will help reduce the risks and protect your interests. KAASS LAW offers professional legal assistance. Our attorneys can help:
Contact us for a qualified consultation.
Be aware that a quiet title action is different than removing a cloud title, which may be necessary to completely void the record of the cloud on your title depending on the type of cloud it is. Consult a real estate attorney to determine if a quiet title action can resolve your title issue or if cancellation is necessary. We invite you to contact our Glendale real estate attorney today at (310) 943-1171 for a free consultation. We can assist with resolving clouds on your property title through effective legal strategies.
In addition to avoiding probate, most living trusts allow the owner to change or revoke the trust while alive. This means the owner retains control over the property until death.
Power of attorney grants another individual (typically an attorney) with the power to make financial decisions regarding your assets on your behalf. People often choose a "durable" power of attorney, allowing their representative to make decisions even after they pass away.
There are several reasons why seeking power of attorney is preferable. The first is that it is always a good idea in general to get legal help from an individual who has a thorough understanding of the laws regarding wills and trusts. If you can't make decisions or pass away, having someone knowledgeable in law manage complex asset decisions is crucial.
Healthcare power of attorney grants someone the authority to make medical decisions on your behalf if you're unable to. Many choose to gain healthcare power of attorney in case they have a terminal illness or find themselves in a state in which they cannot adequately make decisions regarding their own health. It helps people ensure preferred treatment during life and protects their physical body, including organs, after death. KAASS LAW guides you through creating a will, living trust, and obtaining power of attorney.
In addition to a will, it is important to designate beneficiaries for all possible assets. Specifically, such as:
This will prevent these assets from going through probate. It also greatly speeds up the probate process. For example, if you have an IRA, you can designate a specific beneficiary to receive the funds directly. The same is true for life insurance policies. Designating the beneficiary in advance eliminates the need for court intervention. It also ensures that the funds are transferred in a timely manner.
Joint tenancy with right of survivorship is an effective way to pass assets without a will. If one owner dies, the interest automatically passes to the surviving owner. However, this tactic requires care. For example, transferring an interest in real estate to another person may have tax implications. You should consult an attorney before formalizing joint ownership.
Another easy way to transfer assets is through designated death accounts. Tools such as POD accounts and TOD shares allow assets to be automatically transferred to a designated person. Without going through the courts. They are especially useful for:
However, it is important to check regularly that these guidelines are up to date. Especially if there is a change in marital status.
Modern estate planning should include digital assets. These may include access to:
Without proper documentation, access to these assets can be lost forever. That's why experts recommend creating a separate digital trust. Or add instructions for transferring access to a basic will or power of attorney. Adding information about logins, passwords and intended use is the most critical step.
Complete protection of assets after death requires a comprehensive approach. In addition to a will and trust, it is important to consider:
KAASS LAW attorneys provides professional legal assistance. We help clients ensure full compliance with the law and accurate implementation of their wills.