1975 Act claims: What is ‘maintenance’?

Hugh James | Trusts and Estates Law & Tax Journal | June 2018 #197
Vlad Macdonald-Munteanu reviews the quantification of awards under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 for elderly claimants ‘The take-away point is to help the court help you by ensuring that all figures are backed up with evidence and, where appropriate, expert reports.’ For many years, practitioners and judges alike have grappled with …

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Contentious probate: Beyond the grave

Weightmans LLP | Family Law Journal | February 2018 #173
Emma Collins provides a summary of case law developments regarding claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 ‘The charities’ claim was not on a par with that of the claimant, but while the charities’ claim was not based on personal need, they depended heavily on testamentary bequests for their work.’ Family …

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