In a case that is garnering national attention, a granddaughter is battling her uncle for her inheritance from the late Hudson News founder Robert Cohen. The granddaughter alleges that her uncle, Robert Cohen's son, exerted undue influence over his father while the...
Estate Administration & Probate
New Colorado law may prevent seniors from becoming abuse victims
Elderly people in Colorado are unfortunately susceptible to abuse of many different types. They are sometimes seen as easy targets for fraudsters - over 60 percent of abuse cases involving the elderly involve the exploitation of their finances. For example, an elderly...
Lucrative estate on chopping block because of multiple wills
When most Denver residents hear the word "charity" they likely think about a cause to try and cure a disease or protect an endangered animal. However, charities also have a role to play in estate planning. People who have significant assets that they want protected...
What happens when a will is contested?
Imagine a situation in which a loved one was living in an assisted-living facility in Denver toward the end of his life. Your loved one became very attached to a specific caregiver during this time. Realizing this, the caregiver decided to take advantage of your loved...
