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When Caregivers Become Beneficiaries: Exploring Potential Conflicts of Interest - Denevan Falon, South Dakota

When Caregivers Become Beneficiaries: Exploring Potential Conflicts of Interest

When Caregivers Become Beneficiaries: Exploring Potential Conflicts of InterestAs America’s population ages, an increasing number of families find themselves navigating the complex intersection of caregiving and estate planning. When trusted caregivers suddenly emerge as significant beneficiaries in wills or trusts, it creates a legal presumption of undue influence or fraud…
Can a Trustee Be Sued for Mishandling Business Assets? - Denevan Falon, South Dakota

Can a Trustee Be Sued for Mishandling Business Assets?

Can a Trustee Be Sued for Mishandling Business Assets?Trusts are often used to protect business interests, simplify succession, and reduce estate taxes—especially in favorable jurisdictions like South Dakota. But with these benefits comes a legal burden for trustees: the obligation to properly manage and protect trust assets, including business interests…
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How to Recognize the Signs of Insurance Bad Faith Early - Denevan Falon Joyce, South Dakota

How to Recognize the Signs of Insurance Bad Faith Early

What Is Insurance Bad Faith?When you purchase an insurance policy, you expect your provider to handle your claims fairly and in good faith. Unfortunately, not all insurance companies act ethically. Some engage in bad faith practices—deliberately delaying, underpaying, or denying legitimate claims. Recognizing the signs of insurance bad faith early…