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

Noticeable Rise in Inheritance Disputes Worldwide

Who inherited Jimi Hendrix’s estate? The answer is more complicated than many might assume. This article explores the distribution of his fortune, the legal disputes that followed, and who ultimately controls his estate today... 06 Feb

Legendary Legal Battle: The Heavily Contested Estate of Jimi Hendrix

When Inheritance Divides: The Strain of Sibling Disputes Over Estate Debts 31 Jan

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

What are the Most Common Factors Contributing to Inheritance Disputes? 28 Jan

What Causes Inheritance Disputes? Can They Be Avoided?

If you are involved in an estate inheritance lawsuit, you can consult a lawyer with experience in estate litigation. You can also try to resolve the dispute through mediation or arbitration.  19 Jan

Estate Inheritance Lawsuit: What are Your Options?

The legal dispute between Danny Bennett, the eldest son of Tony Bennett, and his sisters, Antonia and Johanna Bennett, has intensified in court. 16 Jan

Tony Bennett’s Kids in Legal Battle Over Estate and Trust Disputes

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

What is Causing the Increase in Contentious Probate Claims?

Property owners who have used joint ownership as an estate planning tool to avoid the cost and delay of probate will need to revisit their plans in light of this decision. 16 Dec

Court Ruling Upsets Commonly-held Interpretation of Joint Tenancy

Inside Billionaire Rupert Murdoch’s Family Trust Battle 13 Dec

Inside Billionaire Rupert Murdoch’s Family Trust Battle

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

Special Needs Adults: Presumption of Capacity & Individual Rights

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

Sibling Rivalry Lands Mother’s Estate in Court

Rotary Fights ‘Misleading Headlines’: Dispute Over Complicated Estate 20 Nov

International Charity Wants ‘Nothing But Resolution’: Rotary Speaks Out