It is not uncommon for parents to exclude children from their Will – especially where the relationship between the parent and the child has soured. As you can imagine, the reasons for a breakdown of the relationship between a parent and child can be many and varied....Read More
I often write about the importance of having a valid Will. You might have been as surprised as I was to learn that Aretha Franklin, “the Queen of Soul”, died without a formal Will. By not making a formal Will, the famous singer sparked more than four years of bitter...Read More
At Kruger Law, we often receive questions about Estate and Probate disputes. This article answers some of the more common ones. Question 1: Can I challenge a Will if I have been left out of it? Answer: Yes, but only if you’re a:- Spouse – including a...Read More
The Supreme Court of New South Wales recently decided a claim made against the estate of Dr. William Garrett. Dr. Garrett was one of Australia’s most outstanding scientists. Among his many achievements, at just 31, he was instrumental in the development of ultrasound...Read More
Where a person passes away with a valid Will appointing an Executor, the Executor will typically make the funeral and burial arrangements. A Will often contains the wishes of the Deceased regarding their intended funeral arrangements. Occasionally, people who may not...Read More
