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Following an apparent suicide, a wealthy patriarch's will and testament surprisingly leaves virtually nothing of his wealth to his third wife and two sons. 30 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Dramatized Content, Family Disputes

I, Jack Wright | British TV Drama | 2025

The Finality of Probate: Limits on Subsequent Proceedings 29 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

The Finality of Probate: Limits on Subsequent Proceedings

Groundbreaking Estate Decisions in 2024 & 2025 23 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Groundbreaking Estate Decisions Released in 2024 & 2025

While precise global statistics on inheritance disputes are limited, studies and reports from various regions indicate a noticeable rise in inheritance disputes worldwide, often attributed to factors like complex family structures, increased wealth, and more people opting for DIY wills without legal guidance.  03 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Family Disputes, Generated Content

Noticeable Rise in Inheritance Disputes Worldwide

Estate Disputes: Limitation Periods You Need to Know About 25 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Estate Disputes: Limitation Periods You Need to Know About

When Inheritance Divides: The Strain of Sibling Disputes Over Estate Debts 31 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

The Strain of Sibling Disputes Over Estate Debts: a Cautionary Tale

There are numerous factors at play in this increase in probate disputes; we have an ageing population, with diverse family members and estates that are worth increasing amounts. Couple that with people being more aware that they can bring some sort of claim, and there is a perfect recipe for an increase in claims. 10 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

What is Causing the Increase in Contentious Probate Claims?

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights | Can a court make a parenting order for an adult child living with a disability without giving them an opportunity to participate in the proceeding? 12 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights

Defusing Trust Disputes: A Guide to Conflict Resolution 06 Dec
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Defusing Trust Disputes: A Guide to Conflict Resolution

Sibling Rivalry Lands Mother’s Estate in Court | A Cautionary Tale | Family Disputes | Court Battles | Estates Gone Wrong 28 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Sibling Rivalry Lands Mother’s Estate in Court

Inheritance disputes are as old as time, but in recent years, there’s been an increase in families embroiled in legal arguments. Here are the various stances on inheritance disputes, 2024 statistics, and the demographics of those discussing the topic online.  18 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Inheritance Dispute Statistics: 2024 Rising Trends

Court Upholds Validity Of Wills Despite Claims Of Undue Influence | Recent ruling: The importance of assessing claims of undue influence within the context of deceased's broader relationships and intentions 18 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Court Upholds Validity of Wills Despite Claims of Undue Influence

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