The Fight Over Larry King's Estate And What You Can Learn

02/20/21 • 26 min

TV legend Larry King passed away recently. Within weeks, the articles hit the news sites about the coming fight over his estate.
It's a story of a hand-written will, multiple marriages, alleged undue influence and infirm capacity. Don't let your story end this way.
Learn about all the mistakes that took place in his situation and how to keep your family from fighting when you pass.

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