The deceased and the applicant had lived together for about ten years. In the last few days before the death, they parted in circumstances which suggested that the separation would be permanent.
Held: An application for provision from the estate failed. The deceased had abandoned his assumption of financial responsibility for the applicant.
Citations:
(1983) 4 FLR 65, 12 Fam Law 86
Statutes:
Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
Wills and Probate, Family
Updated: 30 April 2022; Ref: scu.220638
