Dallas Probate Lawyer: I have a Physician’s Directive, why do I also need a HIPPA Authorization?
I have a Physician’s Directive, why do I also need a HIPPA Authorization? To have a complete estate plan, it is necessary to execute a HIPPA Authorization form in conjunction with a physician’s directive and other estate planning documents. In 2003, the Federal Government passed the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), which protects […]
Dallas Probate Attorney: What are “Nonprobate Assets”?
Nonprobate assets are interests that pass at death other than by will or by intestacy. Nonprobate assets typically fall into one of four categories: 1) property passing by contract; 2) property passing by right of survivorship; 3) property held in trust; and 4) pay on death arrangements. Property passing by contract generally include life […]
Dallas Probate Attorney: Probate Legislation Update 2011
Dallas Probate Attorney: The 82nd Texas Legislature passed new legislation that became effective on September 1, 2011, which included several changes to the Texas Probate Code. One of the most notable changes is to Section 59 of the Probate Code. Specifically, SB 1198 amends Section 59 to allow for an additional process for a will […]
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