Redstone Lawsuits Give High Drama to Common Intrafamily Disputes Over Elder’s Capacity
Author: Dana Shilling, J.D..; Roslyn K. Myers, J.D., M.A..
Source: Volume 19, Number 02, Fall 2016 , pp.25-28(4)
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Abstract:
In an aging—and financially stressed—nation, where senior citizens held almost 43% of all wealth in the nation in 2011, it is understandable that large fortunes, and sometimes even small ones, will generate challenges. This article chronicles several lawsuits that challenged the legal capacity of Sumner Redstone to make financial decisions and massive implications for those hoping to benefit—in terms of wealth, power, or both—from Redstone’s extensive personal and professional fortunes.Keywords: In re Advance Health Care Directive of Sumner H. Redstone; Competency Litigation; intrafamily disputes; romantic complications; estate planning; health care agent
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