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01.03.2023
Annuitant’s Ability to Revoke or Liquidate Annuity Key to Determination of Irrevocability
C.L. v. Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services and Bergen County Board of Social Services, 473 N.J. Super. 591 (App. Div. 2022) C.L. appealed from the denial of her request for Medicaid benefits by the Division of Medical Assistance and Health Services (“DMAHS”). C.L. had previously purchased an annuity contract with the Croatian Fraternal […]
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01.02.2023
Steven Mignogna, Anthony La Ratta, Donald Craig, and Melissa Osorio Dibble to Present ‘The Steve & Tony & Friends Show’ for the Camden County Bar Association on February 28, 2023
When: February 28, 2023 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:40 p.m. EDT Where: This is a Camden County Bar Association live video webinar. Archer Faculty: Steven K. Mignogna, Anthony R. La Ratta, Donald P. Craig, and Melissa Osorio Dibble. Course Overview: Speakers will be covering the latest cases and trends on trusts and estates in general, and the following […]
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12.22.2022
Celebrity Estate Plans (A Series): The Importance of Keeping Your Estate Plan Current
It made global headlines when retired all-star NBA player Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, tragically died in a plane crash in January 2020. The famed Kobe left behind his wife, Vanessa, and three daughters. His youngest daughter, Capri, was only 7 months old at the time of his passing. Fortunately, Kobe appears to have […]
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12.15.2022
Guardian ad Litem and Attorney Fees Deemed Reasonable Despite a Mother’s Claims
In the Matter of the Estate of E.L., A-1906-20 (App. Div. November 21, 2022) This matter concerns an appeal of professional fees awarded in connection with the guardianship and estate of E.L. (Emma). Prior to Emma’s death, she was declared incapacitated and an attorney (“GAL”) was appointed to serve as Emma’s guardian ad litem. Another […]
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