Gift Causa Mortis
/ˈɡɪft ˈkɔːzə ˈmɔːrtɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A gift made in contemplation of impending death, effective only if the donor dies from the expected cause.
She made a gift causa mortis of her ring, which would take effect only if she passed away from her illness.
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- gift causa mortis
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Commentary
This type of gift differs from inter vivos gifts, as it is conditional upon imminent death, requiring careful drafting to ensure validity.
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