Son loses £2.6m court fight with mother over Chelsea home
A financier's £2.6m claim against his mother over a Chelsea townhouse has been dismissed, leaving him with a £1m court bill. Read the full High Court ruling details.
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Paralysed gardener loses £1m High Court claim
A professional gardener left paralysed after a devastating fall from a ladder while tree-cutting has lost his £1 million High Court claim in a heartbreaking legal ruling that highlights the dangers of gardening work.
Sibling rift over £1.3m inheritance fortune
A bitter family dispute erupts as a daughter inherits her mother's entire £1.3 million estate while her brother receives nothing, leading to a High Court battle over the contested will.
Car Boot King's £43m fortune faces legal battle
Multi-millionaire car boot sale tycoon Philip Gwynne faces losing his £43 million fortune after his cleaner-turned-partner launches legal claim against his estate following his sudden death.
Unmarried Couples Face £500k Inheritance Tax Trap
Millions of cohabiting couples in Britain could face devastating inheritance tax bills due to legal loopholes. Discover how to protect your partner's financial future.
Faithfull grandson cut from £4m inheritance in family feud
Exclusive: Marianne Faithfull's grandson reveals heartbreaking inheritance exclusion as family fortune dispute erupts over singer's £4m estate.
Gregg Wallace loses BBC High Court damages battle
MasterChef star Gregg Wallace has been denied damages after claiming the BBC caused him 'distress and harassment' following his dismissal from Saturday Kitchen, with the High Court ruling against the television presenter.
Model jailed for £3m NHS fraud exposed at festival
Jasmine Allchurch, 33, sentenced to prison after fraudulent £3 million negligence claim against NHS was uncovered when she was photographed dancing at festival despite claiming severe injuries.
Heir Hunters Find Woman £15,000 Lost Inheritance
A remarkable story of how professional probate researchers uncovered an unexpected inheritance for a woman who had no idea she was named in a distant relative's will, revealing how millions in unclaimed assets await rightful heirs across the UK.
Jilly Cooper's £8.5m fortune revealed in inheritance papers
Romance novelist Dame Jilly Cooper's staggering £8.5 million fortune has been disclosed in legal documents, revealing the substantial legacy she'll leave behind from her decades of literary success.
The Damned guitarist leaves fortune to wife in final will
Brian James, founding guitarist of legendary punk band The Damned, bequeaths his entire estate to wife Susan after battling lung disease, leaving nothing to his two children in final wishes.
Death reveals £77bn in unclaimed UK accounts
A heartbreaking family story reveals why millions must check for lost pensions and savings now, as £77 billion remains unclaimed across Britain.
Martin Lewis apologises after live TV swearing incident
Money saving expert Martin Lewis was forced to apologise live on air after accidentally swearing during a discussion about inheritance tax on ITV's Good Morning Britain.
Tattoo artist's secret daughter in inheritance battle
The widow of legendary tattoo artist Xam Volo faces a dramatic inheritance challenge as a mysterious woman claims to be his secret daughter in a High Court fight for his £500,000 estate.
Minister slaps down Tory MP's inheritance tax demands
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride delivers stunning rebuke to Conservative colleague's inheritance tax demands, warning of dire consequences for public services and economy.
Beckenbauer's £150m inheritance plan revealed
Exclusive details emerge about how German football icon Franz Beckenbauer divided his £150 million fortune among family members, with surprising omissions and unexpected beneficiaries in his final will.
Pensioner dies in inheritance feud with stepson
A 74-year-old man died following a physical altercation with his stepson during a bitter argument about a cottage inheritance from his late wife, a court hears in tragic case.
Zoo owner blames Labour tax for wildlife park sale
Exotic zoo proprietor Ben Mee reveals he must sell his £2.75m wildlife sanctuary housing zebras, capybaras and American bison, directly blaming Rachel Reeves' inheritance tax policies for the devastating decision.
London bachelor's death sparks transatlantic inheritance war
The mysterious death of a wealthy London financier has ignited an international inheritance dispute, revealing two secret families on different continents and a bitter row over his £500,000 estate.
Treasury's Secret Tax Hike Plans for Post-Election Budget
Exclusive: Treasury officials are drawing up plans for significant tax increases, including a potential 'stealth raid' on pensions and inheritance tax reforms, that could be implemented swiftly if Labour wins the next election.
Inheritance Tax: The 'Ageist Lottery' Hitting Families
A new report reveals the UK's inheritance tax system is a postcode lottery that unfairly penalises younger heirs, creating a stark generational divide in death duties.
Billy Elliot star sues Met Police over career-ending injury
Former child ballet star Brandon Lee, who played Billy Elliot, is taking the Metropolitan Police to court after a training exercise left him with severe, life-altering injuries, threatening his dance career.
Kiran Desai: I never thought it would happen in the US
Booker Prize-winning author Kiran Desai delivers a powerful critique on America's political trajectory, drawing alarming parallels to the themes of her seminal novel 'The Inheritance of Loss' in an exclusive Guardian interview.
African Tribe Stakes Legal Claim to Scottish Land
The Kukama people from Peru have launched a unique legal bid for land in Scotland, invoking a 16th-century royal decree, in a modern-day quest for cultural preservation and international recognition.
Emmerdale's John Sugden Exacts Final Revenge in Will Shock
Shocking Emmerdale spoilers reveal John Sugden's ultimate act of vengeance, disinheriting his family and stealing Annie's cherished farm in a brutal final twist.
Clearing a Loved One's House: An Overwhelming Guide
A practical and emotional guide to navigating the daunting process of clearing a deceased relative's home in the UK, from probate to property sale.
Family Firms: Labour Tax Plans Threaten Manufacturing Crisis
Exclusive: British family-owned manufacturers warn of investment freezes and potential closures as Labour's proposed tax changes threaten generational businesses. Industry leaders demand urgent government consultation.
Ricky Hatton's £35m fortune left to children in final will
Exclusive details emerge from the will of British boxing icon Ricky Hatton, who left his entire £35 million fortune to his two children following his tragic death at age 46. The former world champion's estate includes properties and assets amassed during
Stripper Sues Elderly Lover's Estate for £1.5M
Melanie Sterling, a former Las Vegas stripper, is suing the estate of her 86-year-old lover, claiming he promised her £1.5 million. The family alleges undue influence in a dramatic courtroom clash over his fortune.
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