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WhatsApp is no longer just a private messaging app. In the eyes of Italian courts, it has become a powerful source of evidence that can

Understanding joint inheritance and co-ownership When a person passes away and multiple heirs accept the inheritance, a joint inheritance is automatically created. This means that

When one heir cannot be found, inheritance division can seem stuck indefinitely. However, Italian law provides several mechanisms to prevent a single missing person from

In inheritance law, one of the most common questions is whether a parent can favour one child over the others through a lifetime gift. The

A long-standing problem in the Italian property market For many years, properties received through donation were considered risky assets in Italy. Buyers were often discouraged,

Inheriting a property together with a sibling often sounds simple—but it can quickly become complicated if one co-heir refuses to contribute. In co-ownership, you don’t

Inheriting a property together with siblings can quickly become problematic if one of them doesn’t meet their financial obligations. Many people assume that each heir

The need for a formal act to renounce an inheritance When someone decides not to accept an inheritance—often to avoid debts or to let other

A recent principle confirmed by the Italian Court of Cassation highlights something many heirs discover too late: if a relative dies during an ongoing lawsuit,

After a separation, one of the most debated issues is financial support. Many people assume that the economically weaker spouse is always entitled to alimony,