In recent weeks, we've talked several times about the administration of your estate after you pass away, but in some cases, you might need assistance administering your finances while you are still alive. If you are ever incapacitated by injury or health issues, even temporarily, you might need someone to take over the helm of your financial issues. The person you choose to handle such matters must be given power of attorney over money matters so he or she can act and make decisions on your behalf.
State Supreme Court rules despite 'repugnant' action
The state Supreme Court is siding with a woman on the basis of the law, despite what it calls "repugnant" action on her part. The case had reached the Supreme Court after numerous appeals after a trial court ordered the woman to pay the estate's legal fees.
