With the World Series concluding this past weekend, we are reminded that even baseball legends can strike out when it comes to estate planning.
Even the best hitters can’t plan for every curveball life throws – but a strong estate plan, drafted by an experienced attorney familiar with your unique circumstances and goals, can bring your batting average up to all-star levels.
After Ted Williams passed away, confusion quickly ensued when two of his children presented a handwritten note expressing Mr. Williams’ desire that his body be cryogenically frozen. The problem? Mr. Williams’ will stated his wish to be cremated and have his ashes scattered over the ocean off the coast of Florida. The litigation that followed left Mr. Williams’ body frozen in controversy – like a batter getting thrown a 12-6 curveball.
Disputes like these can be avoided by properly documenting your wishes and by ensuring consistency across your estate planning documents. Wisconsin permits individuals to create Authorizations for Final Disposition – a special document that designates who will make burial or cremation decisions, and in which you may specify any specific funeral/celebration of life and burial arrangements.
At Lin Law LLC, we help families make sure their wishes are honored, their loved ones are protected, and their legacy is preserved.
Even the best hitters can’t plan for every curveball life throws – but a strong estate plan, drafted by an experienced attorney familiar with your unique circumstances and goals, can bring your batting average up to all-star levels.
After Ted Williams passed away, confusion quickly ensued when two of his children presented a handwritten note expressing Mr. Williams’ desire that his body be cryogenically frozen. The problem? Mr. Williams’ will stated his wish to be cremated and have his ashes scattered over the ocean off the coast of Florida. The litigation that followed left Mr. Williams’ body frozen in controversy – like a batter getting thrown a 12-6 curveball.
Disputes like these can be avoided by properly documenting your wishes and by ensuring consistency across your estate planning documents. Wisconsin permits individuals to create Authorizations for Final Disposition – a special document that designates who will make burial or cremation decisions, and in which you may specify any specific funeral/celebration of life and burial arrangements.
At Lin Law LLC, we help families make sure their wishes are honored, their loved ones are protected, and their legacy is preserved.