Among young people today, getting married is not always a given. Many people of younger generations no longer regard getting married as an inevitable part of life, and many couples are now in long-term relationships without marriage. If this is the case, the only way a person can receive their partner’s assets in the event of his or her death, is to put it in writing.

Spouses have certain legal rights to their deceased husband or wife’s estates, even without a written will. However, people who are in committed relationships but are not married essentially have no legal rights to their partner’s property in the event of a death, unless a will has been created.

If you or someone you love would like to create a will, please contact the Houston wills lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C., at 281-362-2865.

After the tragic passing of Elizabeth Taylor on Wednesday, some are now speculating as to who will receive her fortune. Her assets are estimated to be at over $360 million.

Reports have indicated that Taylor’s long-time manager and friend, Jason Winters, will be inheriting the money. The two became extremely close after Taylor suffered through divorce, bouts with pneumonia, and depression, that left her emotionally and physically crippled. Taylor credited Winters with helping her recover from her depression and the fear of leaving her house. He was said to have brought her back in the public eye after these hardships.

Taylor had four children, all of whom will be reading the will in the upcoming week. They have stated that they expect Winters to receive Taylor’s assets in the will.

If you would like help planning a will, please contact the Houston wills lawyers of Garg & Associates, P.C., at 281-362-2865.