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Pablo Picasso, one of the most influential and renowned artists of the 20th century, left a lasting legacy through his groundbreaking artwork. However, the probate process that followed his death in 1973 was anything but straightforward. 11 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Infamous Feuds

From Canvas to Courtroom: The Legal Battle Over Picasso’s Estate

The Top 10 Estate Battles Of All Time | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Inheritance Horror Stories | Estates Gone Wrong 01 Apr
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Celebrity Estates, Curated Content

Probate Disputes: The Top 10 Estate Battles Of All Time

Often you hear that you should review your will or trust to make sure it keeps up with changes in your life and still meets your needs. The tragic death of Philip Seymour Hoffman, whose will became public due to the probate proceeding, brought some of these issues into the public eye. 21 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Celebrity Estates, Curated Content

Unintended Consequences: Philip Seymour Hoffman’s Estate

Leaving Money to Charity so You Don’t Spoil the Kids? | Charitable Bequests | Wealth Management | High Net Worth | Estates Gone Wrong 16 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Charitable Misgivings, Curated Content

Leaving Money to Charity so You Don’t Spoil the Kids?

Robin Williams' family, though provided for in his will, spent years after his passing in court battling over items, budgets and Knick knacks because the language in the beloved comedian's will was non-specific and overly vague. 15 Mar
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Celebrity Estates, Curated Content

Cautionary Tale: Overly Vague Language in Robin Williams Will

Ten Absolutely Vicious Fights over Inherited Fortunes | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Estates Gone Wrong 03 Mar
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  • Curated Content, Infamous Feuds

Ten Absolutely Vicious Fights over Inherited Fortunes

It’s hard to know how much of Barbara Hutton’s tragic life was caused by her early inheritance. But her story still can be useful to help spare children and grandchildren the irreversible damage caused by too much money at too early an age. 14 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Squandered Fortunes

The Woolworth Misfortune: How Not To Provide For Heirs

Did a German countess named Karlotta Leibenstein really leave millions to a dog named Gunther? The German Shepard has long been described as one of the wealthiest dogs in the world, but —spoiler alert!— the truth is not that simple... 01 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Bizarre Bequests, Curated Content

Spoiler Alert: The True Story Behind “Gunther’s Millions”

01 Feb
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Bizarre Bequests, Dramatized Content

Gunther’s Millions | Netflix Docuseries | 2023

Heirs to an iconic fortune sought out a wealth manager who would assuage their progressive consciences. Now their dispute is exposing dynastic secrets... 16 Jan
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Curated Content, Infamous Feuds

Getty Trust Issues: Dispute Exposed Family Secrets

Millionaires Can Be Eccentric: The Great Stork Derby | Curated Content | Strange Bequests | Estates Gone Wrong 20 Dec
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  • Bizarre Bequests, Curated Content

Millionaires Can Be Eccentric: The Great Stork Derby

04 Nov
  • by Estates Gone Wrong
  • Dramatized Content, Family Disputes

The Estate | American Comedy Film | 2022

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