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The UK is tackling its long-term care crisis through increased funding, leveraging technology, strengthening the social care workforce, and supporting informal carers. 22 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Generated Content, Long-Term Care Crisis

How is the UK Tackling its Long-Term Care Crisis?

It is important to understand the limited purpose and necessity behind 'Net Family Property' clauses. They are not a catchall for sheltering and protecting the inheritance of a divorcing beneficiary, although they usually have the appearance of trying to achieve this objective. 12 Aug
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Property Pitfalls

Understanding the ‘Net Family Property’ Exclusion Clause: Ontario

Is Inheritance Considered Marital Property in Canada? 25 Jul
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  • Curated Content, Frequently Asked Questions

Is Inheritance Considered Marital Property in Canada?

This in-depth guide explores strategies and best practices to help you create a thoughtful, effective estate plan that protects your blended family and prevents future conflicts. 22 Jul
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Strategies & Best Practices

Bringing wills into the 21st century: will major inheritance law reform soothe or spark legal battles? 21 Jul
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Could Inheritance Law Reform in England & Wales Spark Legal Battles?

Inspired by recent research on inheritance family feuds, here’s how to protect your family from the devastating conflicts that tear families apart after a loved one’s passing... 10 Jul
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Family Feuds Over Inheritance: Causes & Conflict Prevention

Whilst there are some proposals for reform, the effects of a predatory marriage are wide ranging and very difficult to undo legally. It is therefore the best approach for a concerned family to keep in touch with their relative and to act swiftly where a predatory marriage is suspected... 16 Jun
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Predatory Marriages: Is Law Reform Coming to the UK?

Case Study: Limits of Family Law Claims Against an Estate 09 Jun
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Case Study: Limits of Family Law Claims Against an Estate

Changes to the Succession Law Reform Act and Family Law Act 07 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Law Reform

Changes to the Succession Law Reform Act and Family Law Act

Estate Planning for Blended Families in Ontario | Estate planning becomes more intricate when dealing with blended families, particularly when adult children from previous marriages are involved. Careful consideration of both legal obligations and family dynamics is essential. 04 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Estate Planning for Blended Families in Ontario

Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes Coming in 2025 | A significant change in Ontario’s estate law is about to take full effect, impacting separated spouses and their inheritance rights. 06 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Life Events

Separated Spouses and Intestacy: Important Changes in 2025

Ontario's Family Law Act: "Entitlement to Equalization" in Action | Family Disputes | Court Battles | Case Ruling | Estates Gone Wrong 16 Sep
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Family Disputes

Ontario’s Family Law Act: Entitlement to Equalization

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