Prior blog posts have discussed the concept of surplus monies in foreclosure proceedings. When a foreclosed property is sold at public auction, the winning bid may exceed the total amount owed to the entity foreclosing on the property. In such a case, the excess funds are considered “surplus funds,” and…
We were “all shook up” to hear the surprising news of the untimely death of Lisa Marie Presley, the daughter of Elvis Presley. Ms. Presley passed away in California. She may have had a Will that directed the disposition of her assets. This post will address the legal result if…
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It is not uncommon for children from a prior marriage to have a legal dispute with a surviving spouse concerning a Will. The New York Post recently reported that the children of deceased hockey legend Rod Gilbert have sued his surviving widow concerning the disposition of his estate. Hockey Hall…
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News outlets have reported on the untimely death of actress Anne Heche. The late actress was allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and illegal drugs when she crashed into a Los Angeles area home. She died shortly thereafter from injuries suffered in the crash. As to the unlucky homeowner,…
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to fade, many legal cases that were temporarily postponed by the Courts, such as foreclosures, are resuming and going forward in litigation. During the COVID-19 era, foreclosure cases, along with evictions, were stayed by executive order. That meant that if a lawsuit had been filed…
As the COVID-19 pandemic fades, some legal cases that were temporarily postponed by the Courts, such as commercial evictions , are resuming and going forward in litigation. A recent case in the news involved the popular family restaurant Applebee’s, and its location in the heart of New York City, …