Betz v. Ganos

Petitioner appeals a judgment dismissing her will contest. She argues that the trial court abused its discretion in refusing to permit her to amend her petition and erred in dismissing her claim with prejudice. We affirm.

Wanda Costanzo married Felix Costanzo, whose daughter is petitioner. Felix predeceased Wanda. Wanda died on November 4,2001. On February 6,2002, respondents filed for appointment as personal representatives of Wanda’s estate and for admission to probate of her will dated August 27, 2001. The trial court appointed respondents as the personal representatives and admitted the…