Nothing illustrates the importance of preparing a proper will, trust and estate plan like the bad examples of the rich and infamous.  This article explains the estate planning problems experienced by the loved ones of these famous folks:

• Sonny Bono
• Michael Crichton
• Princess Diana
• Leona Helmsley
• Jimi Hendrix
• Michael Jackson
• Florence Joyner
• Bob Marley
• Joe Robbie
• Babe Ruth