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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finland is drowning in inheritance weapons โ€“ offered to arms dealers almost daily and police stocks are bursting

The number of firearms from inheritances in Finland is rapidly increasing as the large elder population passes away, posing challenges for authorities and raising concerns about potential illegal access to these weapons.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Three Types of Gifts โ€“ Which One to Close? Notary Explains

The article discusses the complexities surrounding gift contracts and the potential for them to be contested under Latvian law, particularly emphasizing the rights of legal heirs.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Inheritance Law: the reason why you may be left out and not inherit a property

The article discusses how divorce affects inheritance rights under Argentina's Inheritance Law.

Feb 24 โ€ข 22:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An Old Couple Decides Not to Get Married - When the Common-Law Wife Died, the Man Faced a Harsh Fate: "Cohabitation Showed the Worst Aspects of Inheritance Rights"

The article discusses the complexities of inheritance rights following the death of a common-law partner in Finland.

Feb 23 โ€ข 10:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inheritance, separation, and assets: lawyer warns against decisions that cannot be postponed

A Brazilian lawyer emphasizes the importance of timely decisions regarding inheritance and family law to prevent future conflicts and losses.

Feb 21 โ€ข 13:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Parental Gifts: End of 'Triangles' with Siblings, In-laws, and Daughters-in-law โ€“ Who is Being Targeted

Greek taxpayers exploiting tax provisions related to parental gifts are facing significant fines and penalties as authorities crack down on 'triangular' gift schemes designed to avoid inheritance tax.

Feb 18 โ€ข 07:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

At 20:00 "Impulses": Pรคrna, Mรคgi-Rohtmets, Kivi, and Pรคll on inheritance disputes

The program "Impulses" addresses the painful nature of inheritance disputes among family members, featuring discussions with legal experts and business leaders.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Understand the tax changes in estate planning

Lawyers discuss the significant changes introduced by Complementary Law 227 affecting tax on inheritances and donations in Brazil.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Succession Law: the document you must have to inherit a property

The article discusses essential documents needed for inheriting property in Argentina under succession law.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Common Misconception That Can Cause Inheritance to Go to the Wrong Family Branch โ€“ A Lawyer Explains How to Avoid It: 'It Comes as a Shock'

An attorney shares insights on the misconceptions around inheritance planning that can lead to unintended beneficiaries and offers advice on ensuring one's assets are passed on as intended.

Feb 9 โ€ข 10:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What Happens if a Person Dies Without Leaving a Will in Florida: What the Law Says

The article discusses the legal process in Florida when an individual dies intestate, detailing the steps authorities must take to verify the existence of a valid will.

Feb 7 โ€ข 18:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

The Will of the 'Dog Child': Animals Do Not Inherit but More and More Condition Estates

In Spain, animals are increasingly being included and protected in inheritances due to the Animal Welfare Law, leading to discontent among some skeptical heirs.

Feb 5 โ€ข 03:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Inheritance of property: how to avoid misunderstandings and disputes?

Legal expert Barbora Bernatonytฤ— advises that a clearly written and notarized will is essential to prevent misunderstandings in property inheritance, which can often be more complicated than it seems.

Feb 3 โ€ข 10:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

The executor of the great Catalan patron denies the judge that he stopped distributing the hidden inheritance in Panama

The executor, lawyer Jorge S., denied in court that he halted the distribution of the inheritance of Catalan patron Pere Mir, claiming he will return loans he took from Panamanian foundations holding Mir's hidden wealth.

Jan 14 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

"The inheritance tax law as we currently have it is not fair, not just"

Matthias Miersch, the head of the SPD parliamentary group, reaffirmed the SPD's plans for reforming inheritance tax, emphasizing the importance of fairness and justice.

Jan 13 โ€ข 13:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Could they be over 100 years old? Can the court recognize that they are deceased?

The article explores legal uncertainties regarding property inheritance in cases where heirs' fates are unknown and discusses the possibility of a court recognizing death in specific circumstances without a death certificate.

Jan 6 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Brilliant and Fatal Law: Legislative Gems and Blunders of 2025

The article examines the impact of 2025 legislative changes on inheritance, tax settlement simplification for entrepreneurs, labor code transparency, local investment planning, and court procedures.

Dec 31 โ€ข 04:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

The Most Important Rulings of the Civil Chamber of the Supreme Court from 2025 [LIST]

This article discusses key rulings by the Civil Chamber of the Supreme Court in 2025 that have impacted inheritance law and related legal guidelines.

Dec 29 โ€ข 11:03 UTC

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