Huxtable v Hawkins demonstrates, the living together requirement may be established despite the fact that the couple only lived together a few days a week.
Love Not Required for De Facto Relationship
A De Facto Partner is automatically eligible to claim Family Provision and as Sun v Chapman demonstrates a De Facto Relationship may exist despite the fact that the couple has ceased to love each other.
Adult Child Brings Family Provision Application after Deceased’s Litigation Diverts Inheritance
What happens when the Deceased’s own successful Family Provision Proceeding diverted her child’s inheritance where that child was ultimately excluded from her will?
Friend/Former Flame fails to establish Close Personal Relationship
A person living in a Close Personal Relationship with the deceased at the time of the deceased’s death may be eligible to claim family provision, provided that there are factors warranting the application.
Mistress is a Member of the Deceased’s Household
A Person who was a Member of the Deceased Household and was Dependant on the Deceased may be eligible to make a Family Provision Claim provided that there are Factors which Warrant the making of the Application.