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Will: When Revocation Is Implicit in a Later Testament
A new will can cancel a previous one even without expressly saying so. According to a ruling by the Turin Court, omitting an heir in
What Is the Right of First Refusal on a Property?
What Is the Right of First Refusal on a Property? When buying or selling a property, most assume the freedom to negotiate and choose buyers
What Happens to a Joint Account If One Owner Dies?
What Happens to a Joint Account If One Owner Dies? A joint bank account is practical during life, but things change immediately when one account
Real Estate Agent: When Is the Commission Due?
Real Estate Agent: When Is the Commission Due? The right to a commission for a real estate agent is not automatic. The law requires mandatory
Prenuptial Agreements: Are They Valid in Italy?
Prenuptial Agreements: Are They Valid in Italy? Prenuptial agreements—common in Anglo-Saxon legal systems—allow couples to regulate the consequences of a possible separation or divorce in
Marital Home Assigned to the Ex-Wife: Can It Be Sold?
Marital Home Assigned to the Ex-Wife: Can It Be Sold? When a marriage ends, one of the most delicate issues concerns the family home—especially when
Inherited Debts: Who Pays and How Much?
Inherited Debts: Who Pays and How Much? Accepting an inheritance means taking over not only assets but also debts. Italian law sets precise rules on
Inheritance: Is Community Property or Separate Property Better?
Inheritance: Is Community Property or Separate Property Better? Choosing between community property and separate property at marriage may seem like a minor formality, but it
Buying a House: Investment or Personal Use? A Guide to Making the Right Choice
Buying a House: Investment or Personal Use? A Guide to Making the Right Choice The Italian relationship with real estate is deep rooted, almost instinctive,
Intimate Videos Shared by an Ex: When Is It Revenge Porn and How Can You Prove It?
Intimate Videos Shared by an Ex: When Is It Revenge Porn and How Can You Prove It? Sharing private photos or videos without consent is