Ladd v. Estate of Kellenberger

ARNOLD, Judge.

Since the doctrine of equitable adoption has not been adopted by this State and appears to be contrary to public policy and the prevailing law, we affirm the trial court’s order dismissing plaintiffs’ action for failure to state a claim for relief.

Plaintiffs argue that the trial court erred in allowing defendants’ motion to dismiss their action for failure to state a claim for relief. They claim that their complaint sets forth sufficient facts to establish a claim under the legal doctrine of equitable adoption. “A complaint may be dismissed on motion filed under Rule 12(b)(6) if…