Many times, the conversation about what to do when a
loved one passes on is avoided. It becomes too uncomfortable to speak about,
thus leaving the topic untouched. This becomes a problem later on in life as
was the case with the Royals.
For
many years, children of the matriarch, Ms. Royal had tried to get her to sit
down and talk about her wishes and assets
once she died. They often treaded lightly on the topic because they did not
want her to think they were out for their own interests.
By
the time the topic should have been discussed, it was too late. Ms. Royal had a
stroke and the drama ensued. Fights about living arrangements, competency and power
of attorney broke out.
The
Royals ended up in court. Three of the eight children Ms. Royal had refused to
speak to the remaining five who took care of their mother. Amanda Brown’s film
Black Heirlooms takes a look at her family’s fight over her grandmother’s
estate. It looks at racial wealth gap issues and the problems not planning
ahead pose.
Thinking
about long term care and estate
planning is the best way to show your family you care. Prevent
family feuds and have everyone be together during a difficult time.
Contact
the Law Office of Inna Fershteyn & Associates, P.C.
for your Estate
Planning Needs.
Phone
(718) 333-2394
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