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A Tennessee woman has given birth to a baby, after the successful implantation of an embryo that was frozen 24 years ago. The medical world is making advances in many fields, including all kinds of technologically enhanced pregnancy and birthing methods. Eggs, sperm and embryos can all be frozen ...

A new survey reveals that Americans view nursing homes so negatively, that the majority prefer death to living in one. Nursing homes do not have a good reputation in the United States. The common perception of them is as cold, uncaring places where people go to pass away, isolated and alone.

It might not be possible at this time to pass away and be brought back to life years later, but it could be some day. That could make estate planning challenging.

The cremated remains of an Arizona woman's father were stolen off her porch, after the package containing them was left there by a postal worker.

When you take a long-term view to life, you soon understand that living a healthier lifestyle provides multiple rewards. Not only will you enjoy a higher quality of life and the ability to share that with your spouse, family and friends, but you are more likely to save money on health care costs.

How does one handle the payment of estate taxes after the death of an owner and avoid the need to sell assets to meet estate taxes?

Portability is actually a simple concept. It means that if one half of a married couple doesn't use up the entirety of the federal estate tax exemption at death, the surviving spouse can use this leftover portion, plus his or her own exemption.

Real estate can be a great investment, and many people don't know they can also put property into their IRAs. However, they have to be careful: one small mistake and an IRA's tax advantages disappear.

A man in Wisconsin has signed up for himself, his wife and their three sons to all be cryogenically frozen after they pass away, according to the Daily Mail.

Some attorneys take advantage of their elderly clients. One of those who did so, will serve 16 to 40 years in prison. There is a popular image of attorneys as shifty liars who will do or say anything. It is not an accurate portrayal of most lawyers.

Special needs trust may be answer to new tax reforms. Some of the people who were concerned about the new tax reform law were people with disabilities, according to The Hillin "Restructured tax code would unduly burden people with disabilities."

What is next, as Republicans look to reform programs? It appears that Republicans may be prepared to propose cuts to some of the most popular government programs, according to Financial Advisor.

If you have assets in more than one nation, you need to be sure of the laws for a solid estate plan. There are people who might need more than one will, if they have assets in more than one country and are a citizen of both countries, according to the Financial Review.

David Cassidy leaves small estate of $150,000. David Cassidy, who starred on the TV show “The Partridge Family” chose to cut his daughter out of his will, so she will not receive an inheritance from him, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Grandson takes issue with Manson's friend and fan who claims he holds killer's will.

There may be a heavy impact from a new tax law on charities making it less likely that people will donate to them, according to Reuters in "New U.S. law could curb charitable donations."

Doctors had to figure out whether to follow the directions of a “Do Not Resuscitate" tattoo, according to CNN in "A man's tattoo left doctors debating whether to save his life."

Estate planning has not kept up with children joining families through technological means.

It is best to consider all possibilities when making plans to protect your family. In addition to creating your will and an estate plan, you might consider that while you are at the attorney's office you should also get plans for what might happen if you become incapacitated.

Male primogeniture is the rule in England. There may be a way around the rule of male primogeniture in England, according to the Daily Mail in "New gender laws could let my girls inherit title," says Earl.

Manson drafted a will while in prison leaving everything to longtime pen pal.

How you are classified in the hospital will make a big difference in Medicare coverage. Medicare considers patients who are in the hospital "under observation" as outpatients and will not be covered, no matter how long they are actually in the hospital.

State laws are similar, but differences can turn out to be important. If you relocate to another state, it is important to revisit your estate plan because there are a number of variables that have an impact on the plan.

If your children inherit your retirement accounts, they will have options about what to do with them.

Value of shares in a private company can more easily be lost because of the time factor. Shares in most public companies can be sold quickly and easily.  However, if you leave your heirs shares in a family business, it can be more difficult because money can more easily be lost.