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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

Rotary Fights ‘Misleading Headlines’: Dispute Over Complicated Estate 20 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Charity Wants ‘Nothing But Resolution’: Rotary Speaks Out

If you’re considering a family settlement agreement, consulting a probate attorney can ensure the process is handled correctly and fairly. With the right guidance, your family can achieve a resolution that honors the deceased’s wishes while promoting harmony among heirs. 09 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Legacy Lexicon

Estate Dispute Resolution: What is a Family Settlement Agreement?

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

Court Ordered Sale of Estate Lands Ends 30-Year Dispute Among Heirs | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 03 Oct
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Court Ordered Sale of Estate Lands Ends 30-Year Dispute Among Heirs

Charities named as beneficiaries are generally treated in the same way as an individual, save for tax considerations. They will want to be respectful of the Deceased’s wishes. 10 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Inheritance Disputes Over Charitable Giving: What to Expect

Judge Orders Guardianship Firm to Return Thousands to Elderly Woman | Curated Content | Elder Care | Court Rulings | Estates Gone Wrong 05 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

Judge Orders Guardianship Firm to Return Thousands to Elderly Woman

The Supreme Court recently ruled in favour of Blue Cross, RSPB and RSPCA in the case of a legacy bequest which was challenged by the donor’s daughter. 13 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Important Case Ruling: Contested Wills and Charities in the UK

Executor —the deceased's son— transferred estate properties to himself and his brother without fair market value compensation. His conduct was deemed a significant conflict of interest: favouring certain beneficiaries over others. 06 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Court Removes Deceased’s Son as Estate Executor for “Self-Dealing”

Tips to Help Siblings Avoid or Resolve an Estate Battle | Curated Content | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 05 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Tips to Help Siblings Avoid or Resolve an Estate Battle

People often believe that they can litigate a wills and estate matter in a “risk-free” manner because the estate will bear the legal costs of the disputants. That is generally not true... 06 May
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Related Resources

The Legal Costs of Estate Litigation: Know The Risks!

Billionaire Family Feuds: The 7 Biggest Disputes 26 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Infamous Feuds

Billionaire Family Feuds: Seven High-Profile Disputes

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A will is intended to provide clear instructions about the distribution of a person’s property after death. But what happens when an important clause is missing? This recent Ontario court case is a useful reminder of the difficulties that can arise...

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In many cases, an executor’s first instinct is not to call a lawyer. It is to ask Google. The problem? Google can provide thousands of answers, many of which are incomplete, inaccurate, or based on another jurisdiction. Executors need practical guidance tailored to the particular estate they are administering.

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