Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Georgia
Does inheritance have to be spent on cruise?
Will reads ''It is my desire that Glenna get the family members together for a Memorial Cruise to celebrate my life. For this reunion, I am leaving each of the following a sum of money. This should cover expenses. $5,000.''
I don't not get along with these family members and cannot take off from work without loosing my job. My Aunt threatens to forfiet my inheritance if I don't make the trip. Is this leagal considering it was not a demand or condition but ''desired'' it be used for this purpose? No trip was pre payed or ticket purchased. Do I have the right to simply calim the $5,000 and memorilize my grandmother in private?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Does inheritance have to be spent on cruise?
You should have an attorney in the county where the Will is going to be probated to have the entire Will reviwed, but I don't think you forfeit anything by not going on the cruise. In fact, depending on the exact wording, you may be able to do whatever you wish with the $5,000.00
Re: Does inheritance have to be spent on cruise?
No one could answer this question without a review of the whole will. You need to see a lawyer. It is at least possible that you have options.
Bear in mind that if there is a dispute over this, your legal costs could exceed your inheritance, so if you expect a legal battle, even if you have a strong case, you need to factor that possible cost in.
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