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Silly Laws and Cases - Grazinski v. Winnebago: When Cruise Control Isn't Autopilot
Don’t do this while driving your motor home! In the annals of legal history, there are cases that become legendary…
Estate Plan Basics - Fundamental Components of an Estate Plan
Creating an estate plan might not be at the top of your to-do list, but it’s a critical step to…
Understanding Probate - How to Avoid Probate
Probate can be a lengthy and costly process that follows the passing of a loved one. In Colorado, as in…
Understanding "Step Up in Basis"
Estate planning involves making important decisions to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing.…
Silly Laws and Cases - "The Great Mustache Ban"
Laws are meant to maintain order and justice in society, but occasionally, we come across some bizarre and downright silly…
Navigating Will Challenges - Undue Influence
The loss of a loved one is undoubtedly a challenging time, and dealing with the distribution of their estate can…
Navigating Will Challenges - Testamentary Capacity
The passing of a loved one is a time of emotional upheaval, and the last thing on our minds is…
Navigating Will Challenges - The Basics
Inheritance matters are often intricate, encompassing emotions, relationships, and occasionally, legal conflicts. While a last will and testament aim to…
Demystifying Trusts: Revocable Living Trusts vs. Irrevocable Trusts
Trusts are powerful legal instruments designed to protect and manage assets, ensuring their efficient distribution according to your wishes. When…
Funding a Revocable Living Trust - The Basics
When it comes to estate planning, many individuals are familiar with the concept of a revocable living trust. However, there…
What is a Living Will? - The Basics
In today’s rapidly evolving world, it is crucial to plan for unforeseen circumstances, especially when it comes to our health…
What is a Power of Attorney? - The Basics
Estate planning involves making crucial decisions to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are carried out, even if you…
Silly Laws and Cases - "Case of Spilled Hot Coffee"
We often hear about strange and outrageous lawsuits that make us question the state of our legal system. One such…
What is a Personal Property Memorandum? - The Basics
Estate planning is a crucial step in securing the future and ensuring the smooth transfer of assets to loved ones…
What is Guardianship for Children? - The Basics
When it comes to the safety and security of children, there can never be too many precautions taken. One of…
Why is Estate Planning Important? - Celebrity Deaths
Estate planning is an important part of life that everyone should consider. It’s not just about having a will, but…
What is a Pourover Will? - The Basics
A pourover will is a legal document that works in conjunction with a revocable living trust to ensure that any…
What is a Living Trust? - The Basics
Estate planning can be an intimidating process, but it is an essential aspect of financial planning that everyone should consider.…
What is a Will? - Common Issues and Limitations
While a last will and testament is a useful legal document that allows you to dictate how your property and…
Silly Laws and Cases - "Ice Cream Cone Law"
Silly laws are not uncommon, and some of them have an interesting backstory. One such law that comes to mind…
What is Probate? - The Basics
Probate is a legal process that occurs after a person passes away, in which their assets are distributed to their…
What is a Will? - The Basics
A last will and testament is a legal document that outlines how a person’s property and assets will be distributed…
What is an Estate? - Common Nuances
When someone passes away, their assets and property become part of their estate. However, not all assets are subject to…
What is an Estate? - The Basics
Probate estate refers to the assets and property of an individual that are subject to probate upon their death. When…
Chapman Law, PLLC Receives Best Businesses of Denver Award
Chapman Law, PLLC has been selected for the 2014 Best Businesses of Denver Award in the Estate Planning Law category…