Pitsyk K., Kaniuka I. Characteristics of the inheritance law of the countries of Continental Europe, England and the USA

DOI:10.33098/2078-6670.2020.9.21.67-73

Purpose. The purpose of the article is to analyze the characteristics of the inheritance law of the countries of continental Europe, England and USA. Methodology. The methodology includes a comprehensive analysis and a synthesis of available scientific and theoretical information. It is includes the formulation of relevant conclusions and recommendations. Such methods of scientific knowledge were used: terminological, functional, systemic-structural, logical-normative. Results: it was determined, that complex social relations under the conditions of a market economy have led to the need to solve problems related to the fate of property that remains after the individual’s death. Originality. In theprocess of research is established thatwhile Ukrainian inheritance law tends to expand the boundaries of the will gradually, in Western countries there is the opposite trend. Practical significance. The results of the research can be used in legislation and law-enforcement activities.

Key words: inheritance, hereditarylegal relationships,hereditarylegal succession, deviser, heir.

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