Court Ruling
Learn how court rulings impact estate distribution during probate. Understand legal decisions that affect wills, trusts, and asset allocation in estate plann...
What happens when a court ruling overturns a will during probate?
When a court overturns a will, the estate typically gets distributed according to state intestacy laws or a previously valid will. This can occur when the court finds issues like lack of mental capacity, undue influence, or improper execution. The ruling determines how assets will be allocated among heirs, which may differ significantly from the deceased person's stated wishes in the invalidated will.
