Labor Day has always been about honoring the American worker—the people who build our communities, power our economy, and create the foundation of our society. But this year, as we fire up our grills and enjoy that long weekend, there’s an elephant in the room that deserves our attention. For millions of working families, every […]

When wrestling legend Hulk Hogan died at age 71, the world lost an icon. But behind the headlines about his estimated $25 million estate and decades of wrestling fame lies a heartbreaking family story that offers powerful lessons for anyone with people they love. This story demonstrates that wealth and fame can’t substitute for the […]

You hired a lawyer, signed your estate planning documents, and filed them safely away. Or maybe your financial advisor created your documents, or you might have done them yourself online, for free using AI. You think your work is done. But then you die, and your loved ones are left battling court delays, family conflict, […]

When Anna Harp lost her father, Rudolph Clausing, she didn’t get to say goodbye. It was January 2021, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Her dad had been battling lung disease when he contracted the virus, and strict hospital protocols meant his family couldn’t be by his side in his final days. Anna was […]

You’ve just lost someone important to you, and now you’re responsible for their home. Maybe it’s sitting empty while you figure out what to do next. Maybe you’re planning to sell it, or perhaps other family members want to move in eventually. Whatever your plans, you’re about to discover that an empty house needs almost […]

Imagine you’re worth $17 billion and have over 100 biological children—some born through relationships, others through anonymous sperm donations. What would your estate plan look like? More importantly, what could go wrong if you didn’t have one? In a recent interview with Le Point magazine, Pavel Durov, the co-founder of Telegram, revealed exactly that. Durov, […]

When you think about estate planning, you probably picture wills, trusts, and who gets what. But what happens when decisions are made about your body, without your full consent or when you’re not really gone? A recent federal investigation uncovered a chilling truth: in dozens of cases, patients showed signs of life even as hospital […]

Picture this: you’re strolling through a Colorado farmers market, the sun is shining, craft cheese samples are flowing, and somewhere between the heirloom tomatoes and goat cheese, an important thought strikes. Hey… do I need a prenup? If you’ve ever had that little buzz of uncertainty, you’re not alone. Plenty of couples in Colorado sign […]

Every Fourth of July, we celebrate more than fireworks and barbecues. We honor the bold vision of people who refused to accept the status quo and instead created a framework for lasting freedom. The Declaration of Independence wasn’t just a document—it was a comprehensive plan that established principles, assigned responsibilities, and created structures to protect […]

When Ian Burke, a mail carrier from Destin, Texas, heard that Floyd—a 70-pound dog he’d befriended on his delivery route—had ended up in a shelter after his owner’s death, he didn’t hesitate. Burke arrived at the City of Denton Animal Shelter before it opened to be first in line to adopt Floyd and give him […]