Information is Power

  Beatrice had always told her husband that unless he became more responsible, he would not appear in her will. They got married while still young, but Beatrice had quickly made money in her business. Her husband Tom said he preferred staying home since Beatrice was making the money. Tom was often found drunk and passed out in the house when Beatrice came home. Unfortunately, Beatrice died, and, in her will, she gave all her property and custody of her children to her sister Milly. She said in the will that it was because Tom was an irresponsible drunk who would destroy her estate.    Tom ha vowed that no one will stop him from being with his children or inheriting his wife’s property.     WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?   In the law, when a married person dies, it is usually assumed that the surviving spouse will inherit part of their property. However, a will is a document that expresses the last wishes of the deceased person. This means the law is supposed ...