During the last years of her life, Barb's chief companion was Sylvia. Barb told Sylvia that she could have a certain painting when Barb died. Barb died without a valid will. Her family refused to give the painting to Sylvia, however, who filed a suit to obtain its possession. Based on the de?cision in Case 47.1, In re Estate of Piper, the court will most likely rule in favor of

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In the absence of a valid will, the court typically requires evidence of delivery or a formal transfer of ownership for a gift to be legally recognized. Since the painting was never delivered to Sylvia, the court is likely to rule in favor of Barb's family.

During the Last Years of Her Life, Barb's Chief Companion