Reference decision: Court of Cassation • No. 15-16.160 • 2016-05-25 • See the decision →
This decision provides important insight into your property law. Here is what it changes for you.
The situation
For the calculation of the reserved portion, donated assets must be valued at their actual value on the day of the gift-partition, regardless of what values may have been stated in the deed.
What the law says
This decision confirms the fundamental principles of property law.
Points to remember
- Scrupulously respect the statutory time limits for appeal
- Keep all your supporting documents (titles, deeds, correspondence)
- Anticipate: preventive advice is always cheaper than litigation
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