The decedent’s will gave his home in trust “for the sole occupancy” of the decedent’s friend and caretaker, “until she vacates said premises, or upon her death.” The Orphans’ Court erroneously held that the beneficiary had a life estate, but … Continue reading
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A beneficiary with the right to reside in a residence, but not a life estate, is nevertheless obligated to pay for repairs and maintenance of the property, notwithstanding a premarital agreement which put those obligations on the decedent because the … Continue reading
A right of occupancy (which is different from a life estate) granted by the decedent’s will was not invalid or void against public policy merely because the decedent had no certificate of occupancy and the structure appeared to be in … Continue reading