In re Estate of Rickabaugh

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF KANSAS No. 111,389 In the Matter of the Estate of BEUFORD W. RICKABAUGH a/k/a B.W. RICKABAUGH, Deceased. SYLLABUS BY THE COURT 1. Defects in statutory probate procedures do not invalidate any proceedings unless they affect the substantial rights of the parties. 2. A successful request for relief from judgment in a civil proceeding vacates the order or judgment but leaves the underlying case and the original pleadings intact. 3. When the record shows that notice was given and the court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter, mere…