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The "Fetal Protection" Wars: Why America Has Made The Wrong Choice In Addressing Maternal Substance Abuse - A Comparative Legal Analysis, Linda C. Fentiman
The "Fetal Protection" Wars: Why America Has Made The Wrong Choice In Addressing Maternal Substance Abuse - A Comparative Legal Analysis, Linda C. Fentiman
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
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Tortious Interference With Expectancy Of Inheritance Or Gift--Suggestions For Resort To The Tort, Irene D. Johnson
Tortious Interference With Expectancy Of Inheritance Or Gift--Suggestions For Resort To The Tort, Irene D. Johnson
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
This article examines the various factual circumstances in which a tort recovery for interference with the expectancy of inheritance or gift might be available, either as the only possible remedy for the disappointed expectant person or as an alternative to a remedy at equity or at probate, and determines, in regard to each circumstance, whether a cause of action in tort should be available. This tort has received recent attention, especially in light of the substantial awards, both compensatory and punitive, in a California Bankruptcy Court, 253 B.R. 550 (Bankr. C.D. Cal 2000), and, on appeal, in the U,S. District …