Hayden v. Nuzum

From the statement of facts it is apparent that we are called upon to decide whether or not a condition in a will providing for the forfeiture of a legacy in case the legatee, upon probable cause and in good faith, contests the probate of the will, is a valid condition and works, a forfeiture of the legacy. The result of the decision will depend upon whether such a condition shall be held to be void on the grounds of public policy or whether it is within the legitimate field of private regulation and beyond public concern.

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