Surviving Spouse

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January 1, 1 6 min read Definitions

Dower Common Law Estate Planning Property Rights Surviving Spouse Family Law Legal Inheritance

Dower under common law refers to the legal right of a wife or child to part of a deceased husband's or father's property. This right ensures that the surviving spouse or child can claim a portion of the deceased individual's estate, regardless of the arrangements in the will.