The unexpected death of a spouse is devastating. Many factors in life cannot be controlled. Some of these can lead to untimely deaths. Even those who make healthy decisions can become victims of tragic accidents, sudden illnesses, or unfortunate genetics. According to a recent New Haven Register article titled “Are you prepared if your spouse […]
Naomi Judd left both wealth and heartache in her death. Success does not mean happiness. Many people who have achieved fame and wealth have died by their own hands. Naomi Judd joined these ranks in April. According to a recent yahoo! Entertainment article titled “Why Naomi Judd may have cut Ashley Judd and Wynona Judd […]
Titling assets is a key aspect of estate planning. Titling on documents is a lot like labeling. Parents label lunchboxes, clothing, and other items to remind them and others of the ownership of each item. Essentially, titling assets serves to legally label such assets with then identity of their owner. According to a recent FedWeek […]
Family fights arose in the after the death of Johnny Cash. While "the Man in Black" was a talented musician, he was not without his personal struggles. Just like everyone not in the public eye. Perhaps this is one reason why his work resonated with so many people. His incredible voice was able to capture […]
Valerie Bertinelli and Tom Vitale are fighting over a premarital agreement. Being a celebrity does not guarantee a fairy tale ending. While some pop stars, television personalities, and politicians are happily married to one individual, others face one or multiple divorces. Whether a person is well known or anonymous, divorce is never pleasant. <understatement?> It […]
Beneficiary designations cannot be overlooked in estate planning. Movies and media often misrepresent estate planning. They tend to focus only on the last will and testament of an individual. In doing so, it appears this is the only means of distributing wealth. Nothing could be further from reality. According to a recent Kiplinger article titled […]
Chadwick Boseman left a legacy of support. People are drawn to superhero stories. They like the idea of someone protecting and caring for others. Although the death of a hero onscreen is hard, the death of a respected person in real life is more devastating. Fans were shocked when the Black Panther actor died on […]
Wisdom can be shared through a legacy letter or an ethical will. Life is about more than money. People can be rich and have very little in their bank accounts when they die. Although leaving an inheritance can provide monetary support to loved ones, values and wisdom last longer. According to a recent Kiplinger article […]
Crypto and non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are popular digital assets. The digital realm is continuing to grow in scope and importance. Although some people prefer to have physical assets, most have embraced the digital world to some degree. Some people limit their interactions to email or photo storage. Others have expanded their involvement to trading digital […]
Commercial solicitations are permitted by the Missouri Rules of Professional Conduct but are neither submitted to nor approved by the Missouri Bar or the Supreme Court of Missouri.
Overland Park Estate Planning Attorney Kyle Krull assists clients in Kansas and Missouri with Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Revocable Living Trusts, Charitable Planning, Asset Protection and Business Succession Planning in the greater Kansas City area including Overland Park, Leawood, Olathe, Lenexa, Johnson County Kansas and Jackson County Missouri.
REMEMBER: “The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.” This statement is required by rule of the Supreme Court of Missouri.
