Grief

Navigating Grief and Property: When Settling an Estate Becomes a Family Tug-of-War

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In a heartfelt account from Philadelphia, a dilemma arising from the settlement of a family estate has surfaced. A sibling reflects on a challenging period following the death of their father, compounded by a lengthy seven-year wait for the estate to be resolved. The sibling, whose mother had also passed away, found themselves in a frustrating situation, feeling that their brother’s lack of urgency was unjust. The estate’s slow progress led to a growing frustration as conversations to encourage prompt action went unheeded. The sibling eventually sought legal assistance, believing that professional intervention was necessary … Read more

Utah Mother to Face Jury Trial over Alleged Poisoning Death of Husband After Children’s Book on Grief

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PARK CITY, Utah — A Utah mother who became a children’s book author following the death of her husband faces trial after being accused of his murder by poisoning, a judge determined Tuesday. Kouri Richins, 34, a mother of three from a small mountain town near Park City, allegedly administered a fatal dose of fentanyl to her husband, Eric Richins, 39, in March 2022. During the conclusion of a preliminary hearing on Tuesday, state Judge Richard Mrazik found sufficient evidence presented by prosecutors to move forward with a jury trial, where Richins will face multiple … Read more