Legal Considerations for Disposing of Dead Human Remains in Missouri
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Legal Considerations for Disposing of Dead Human Remains in Missouri

The handling and disposal of human remains in Missouri are governed by a combination of state laws and regulations, which aim to ensure public health, respect for the deceased, and the rights of families. This article provides an overview of the legal framework surrounding the disposal of human remains in Missouri, including burial, cremation, and…

202407.24
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Legal Considerations in Missouri Will Signings: Ensuring Validity and Mitigating Disputes

In Missouri, if you die without a Last Will & Testament (will), your assets will be distributed according to state “intestacy” laws. In summary, those laws give your property to your closest relatives, beginning with your spouse and children. If you lack a spouse and children, your grandchildren or your parents will be next in…

202403.29
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How to Unlock the Benefits of Payable on Death (POD) Accounts: A Guide

When it comes to making as estate plan, financial security for loved ones is obviously a top priority. One often overlooked yet incredibly useful tool for this purpose is the Payable on Death (POD) account, available at many banks and financial institutions. POD accounts offer a straightforward and efficient way to transfer assets to beneficiaries…

202402.28
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The Beneficiary Deed: A Suggestion for Secure Estate Planning

In the realm of estate planning, ensuring that your assets are transferred smoothly to your loved ones after your passing is a paramount concern. One valuable tool in this endeavor is the beneficiary deed, a Missouri approved legal instrument that allows for the efficient transfer of real estate upon the owner’s death. While beneficiary deeds…

202402.14
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Navigating Probate Disputes: How to Understand the Complexities and Resolving Conflicts

Yes, probate is necessary unless prior to death the decedent established an estate plan that caused him or her to avoid owning property that must be administered through probate. Once an estate is opened or created in the county where the decedent last resided, probate disputes often arise during the administration of a deceased person’s…

202401.31
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Unmarried people should know the importance of a thorough estate plan

Preparing for the end of your life is one of those things you know you should do, but have you done it? According to a recent survey by Caring.com, a senior living referral service, only 4 in 10 American adults have a Last Will and Testament or a living trust. Maybe you are one of…

202401.03
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You need a power of attorney and here is why!

When created properly, a power of attorney, (hereinafter, “POA”), is a legally binding estate planning document that provides its creator (principal or grantor) the important ability to appoint one or more people to act on their behalf in areas such as managing property, making medical decisions, or addressing financial affairs. Alarmingly, approximately 50% of American…

202306.28
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Pros and cons of a payable on death (POD) beneficiary for your assets

When creating your estate plan, it is important to understand the difference between probate and non-probate assets. Probate assets are those subject to court administration in a process through which a court determines how to distribute your property after you die. Some assets are distributed to heirs by the court as probate assets while others…