Will challenges occur frequently in Britain

Posted by Charles Ticker April 5, 2019 0 Comment

Frequency of will challenges likely to increase with time A recent online article outlines some of the reasons why will challenges occur frequently in Britain. According to this story, a recent poll revealed that almost half of the population of the UK does not trust their family to manage their affairs for them. Additionally, almost…Read More »

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Estate of Aretha Franklin facing various difficulties

Posted by Charles Ticker February 22, 2019 0 Comment

Aretha Franklin died without a will and an estate plan Aretha Franklin passed away from pancreatic cancer on August 16, 2018 at the age of 76. Immediately after her death it became apparent that she died without a will and an estate plan. This meant that the administration of her multi-million dollar estate would likely…Read More »

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Jerry Lewis disinherited oldest children

Posted by Charles Ticker November 15, 2017 0 Comment

Jerry Lewis left children out of his will A recent story online confirms that Jerry Lewis, the famous comedian, actor, and producer, excluded his six oldest children from his Will. Jerry Lewis passed away on August 20, 2017 at the age of 91. He died as a result of cardiac disease and peripheral vascular disease….Read More »

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Susan Van Note not guilty of double murder

Posted by Charles Ticker April 7, 2017 0 Comment

Susan Van Note found not guilty in murder of father and his girlfriend A jury has found Susan Van Note not guilty in the 2010 murders of her millionaire father, William Van Note, and his girlfriend, Sharon Dickson. A recent story found here summarizes the case and trial. William and Sharon were murdered in a…Read More »

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Bobby Vee estate dispute escalates

Posted by Charles Ticker February 17, 2017 0 Comment

Bobby Vee estate involved in a bitter dispute Robert Thomas Velline (April 30, 1943 – October 24, 2016), was a famous American pop-singer who gained world fame in the 1960s. Also known as Bobby Vee, he had six gold singles during his career. He remained active as a musician until 2011 when he was diagnosed…Read More »

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George Mendoza battling to keep home

Posted by Charles Ticker February 10, 2017 0 Comment

George Mendoza is a blind artist who was removed from mother’s estate while she was battling dementia A recent story from the state of New Mexico illustrates some of the difficulties Las Cruces artist George Mendoza is facing in keeping his home. Mr. Mendoza is an internationally known artist who became blind at the age…Read More »

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Elderly widow involved in bitter inheritance dispute

Posted by Charles Ticker January 27, 2017 0 Comment

Elderly widow facing eviction in dispute with son A recent story from Worcestershire, England describes the difficulties an elderly widow is having with her son. The dispute involves a £2 million farmhouse, a barn, and several acres of land. Ms. Margaret Davies is 91 years old. She moved into the farm located at Malvern Hills with…Read More »

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Tom Clancy estate dispute resolved

Posted by Charles Ticker January 27, 2017 0 Comment

Tom Clancy estate dispute ends in favour of his widow Thomas Leo Clancy , Jr. (April 12, 1947 – October 1, 2013) known as Tom Clancy, was a world famous novelist and author. Some of his greatest works include: The Hunt for Red October, Patriot Games, and the Sum of All Fears. His attention to…Read More »

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Blended family feud over large estate

Posted by Charles Ticker January 20, 2017 0 Comment

Blended family dispute involving £18 million estate is turning hostile A recent story about a matter before the London High Court illustrates some of the estate planning difficulties a blended family may encounter. The dispute involves the estate of Richard Thornton, a successful investment manager with Thornton Investments. Mr. Thornton’s estate is valued at an estimated £18…Read More »

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Heirs fighting over estate of famous harpist

Posted by Charles Ticker January 13, 2017 0 Comment

Heirs dispute large estate of world famous harpist A recent story from London, England is a great example of a will challenge caused by a beneficiary being disinherited. The dispute involves the heirs of Jack Hayward, a world famous harpist. In addition to playing professionally, Mr. Hayward had a successful harp business that sold, repaired,…Read More »

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