References: (1840) 10 SIM 639
Coram: Shadwell VC
Ratio: Eccentricity or irrationality are not enough to deprive someone of the freedom ot capacity to make a valid will. ‘Every testator is free to adopt his own nonsense’
This case is cited by:
- Cited – Thompson and others v Thompson and others FdNI (Bailii, [2003] NIFam 3, GIRF3864)
The family sought to challenge the validity of the will, saying the testator lacked capacity, and that he had made the will under the undue influence of the beneficiaries.
Held: There was clear evidence that the testator, whilst changeable, . .
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Jurisdiction: England and Wales
Last Update: 16-Jul-18
Ref: 214014
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