The Morgan Firm

10/16/2026

Own property in more than one state?

If a Kentucky resident dies owning real estate in another state (or an out-of-state resident owns property here), a second court process called “ancillary probate” is usually required to transfer or sell that property.

The main probate happens where the person lived.

Ancillary probate clears title to the out-of-state assets. Without it, heirs often face delays and extra costs.

Proper planning, such as the right ownership structure, beneficiary designations, or a trust, can sometimes reduce or avoid a full ancillary proceeding.

Questions about multi-state property or Kentucky estate administration? Call The Morgan Firm at (270) 586-7777

10/15/2026

Q. What are the statutes of limitations in criminal cases?

A. “Statute of Limitations” is the time period when a prosecution must be commenced. For criminal cases (KRS 500.050) the cases must be commenced as follows:

1. Felony cases - Kentucky law generally has no statute of limitations for when felony cases must be filed. Theoretically, a felony can be filed decades after it is alleged to have occurred. Practically speaking, the passage of time can make prosecution more difficult because evidence may be lost, memories may fade, and witnesses may become unavailable.

2. Misdemeanor cases - Kentucky law has a one-year statute of limitations for most misdemeanor cases. An exception is certain misdemeanor s*x offenses involving a minor victim, which have a ten-year statute of limitations from the time the victim turns 18 years old (the 28th birthday). Any misdemeanors committed before the 2021 extension to the statute of limitations may have already expired.

10/12/2026

October is DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH.

Abuse can leave lasting scars beyond physical injuries. If you are experiencing domestic violence, know this: **It is not your fault. You deserve safety and support.**

Reach out to someone you trust and talk with a domestic violence advocate about a safety plan. Leaving can increase danger, so getting help to plan your next steps matters.

Local help through BRASS: 1-800-928-1183
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 or text START to 88788
In immediate danger, call 911.

You do not have to face this alone.

09/06/2026

Bankruptcy Tip:

Before filing bankruptcy, do not repay family members or transfer property to them without first speaking with a bankruptcy attorney.

Payments or transfers to relatives can create serious problems in a bankruptcy case and may sometimes be recovered or reversed by the bankruptcy trustee.

Talk to a bankruptcy attorney before moving money, changing titles, giving away property, or paying back relatives.

09/04/2026

Kentucky Estate Fact:
A will does not avoid probate by itself. It tells the District Court who gets what. Joint accounts, survivorship deeds, payable-on-death designations, transfer-on-death titles, and some trusts are what actually keep property out of probate. People mix those two ideas up all the time.

08/31/2026

The new office is finally coming together! I’m really pleased with how everything has turned out, and it’s starting to feel like home. Looking forward to welcoming clients, friends, and colleagues to the new location of The Morgan Firm!

08/29/2026

A big thank you to Gina Rowland-Paine for the beautiful mural she painted for our office! Gina is an amazing artist, and I know she also teaches art classes. We are so pleased with how it turned out!

08/25/2026

You’ve lived with someone for 10, 15, even 20 years. The house is in one person’s name. The cars and bank accounts are mostly in one name.

If that person dies without a will, the surviving partner often gets nothing.

Kentucky law does not recognize unmarried partners the way people assume. Blood relatives can step in and take everything. This situation happens more often than people think.

If this sounds familiar, it’s worth a conversation.
Call The Morgan Firm at (270) 586-7777

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08/19/2026

Justin Crocker and I have a radio show this morning at 9:00am on WRUS, discussing a variety of legal topics. You can listen to us on the internet at rdo.to/WRUSAM . We hope you tune in!