Explore the legal terms and concepts related to Revocation. Click on any term below to learn more about its definition and applications.
What are the methods to revoke an instrument or a gift?
There are three methods of revocation: (1) by subsequent will (either expressly or impliedly), where...
What is the effect of striking out a bequest or adding one?
Striking out a bequest is an effective revocation by cancellation, but adding a new bequest is not e...
What is revival?
Revival allows a previously revoked will to be valid once again. Under the common law, a previous wi...
What is dependent relative revocation and when is it available?
Dependent Relative Revocation ("DRR") is not a revival, but rather cancels a revocation that was bas...
