Undue influence, duress and suspicious circumstances

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Coercion overbears free will
When does pressure on a testator become undue influence that invalidates a will or gift?
Challenger proves influence
Who has to prove undue influence in a will challenge, and what is the practical consequence of that burden?
Pressure versus suspicion
What kinds of family or relationship pressure may matter, and when do they point to suspicious circumstances rather than proven undue influence?

Undue influence, duress and suspicious circumstances

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Coercion overbears free will

Challenger proves influence

Pressure versus suspicion

Suspicious circumstances context

Evidence of coercion

Assess undue influence claim

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