The Impact of Renouncing an Inheritance on Insurance Claims
Federal Court of Justice, Order of July 23, 2025 - XII ZA 16/25
In a ruling dated July 23, 2025, the Federal Court of Justice clarified that renouncing an inheritance does not invalidate the right to receive benefits under an accident insurance policy. This ruling is of considerable importance for anyone who renounces an inheritance for specific reasons (e.g., excessive debt in the estate) but still wishes to assert claims under life or accident insurance policies.
