Tortius Interference with Inheritances

Interference with an Inheritance

Curtis E. Shirley's Article on Tortius Interference with an Inheritance

Individuals who believe they have a right to inherit property under a will, but have learned that the assets covered by the will are changing or have been interfered with, may be able to file a claim for interference with an inheritance. An example of interference is an adult child who takes care of his elderly father. The caretaker child coerces his father, under threat of sending him to a nursing home, to change his will to cut out other siblings. The disinherited siblings, who were named in previous wills, may be able to file a claim to restore their original share of the estate, plus damages and attorney's fees. This can be done before the death of the father. Other examples of interference could involve the removal of a previously named person from a life insurance policy or a pension beneficiary list. For more information about interference, contact Attorney Shirley at his Indianapolis law office.

A New Area of the Law

Interference with an inheritance is a relatively new area of the law, and could be viewed as a cousin to a will contest. The basic theory of interference is based on business and commercial legal thought. Mr. Shirley has been in the forefront of developing this aspect of estate litigation. He has written articles on the matter and has had cases published in this area.

Difficult and Complex Cases

At the Indianapolis office of Attorney Curtis E. Shirley, Mr. Shirley handles cases of interference with an inheritance. Contact his Indiana law offices today to learn how he can help with any matter related to interfering with a will. The standard of evidence is very high in such cases, as it is difficult to prove that someone recommending changes to a will or life insurance beneficiaries was deliberately trying to disinherit others. Attorney Shirley has the knowledge and experience needed to identify the conduct. He will evaluate the situation and discuss potential courses of action in the event of interference with expectations of an inheritance.