PROBATE ISSUES IN NEW JERSEY WRONGFUL DEATH CASES
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., Esquire, CELA Wrongful death cases involve a number of complex probate issues. Plaintiff The first question is, “Who is the Plaintiff?” If there is a Will, the Plaintiff is the Executor. If there is no Will the Plaintiff could be the Administrator of the estate, if one has been appointed…
TYPES OF TRUSTS IN PERSONAL INJURY RECOVERIES
by Thomas D. Begley, Jr., Esquire, CELA There are five types of trusts generally used in cases involving personal injury recoveries. The type of trust to be selected depends on the plaintiff’s situation. The types of trusts and when to use them are as follows: Settlement Protection Trust. The Settlement Protection Trust is simply…