Diane McIver, a wealthy, prominent Atlanta businesswoman, was allegedly killed by her husband on September 25, 2016. McIver’s husband has been charged with involuntary manslaughter; he claims that his gun accidentally discharged in the car after he was startled by a bump in the road. Not only has the case made public headlines, but now, there is also a legal battle ensuing over McIver’s estate. U.S. Enterprises has filed a lawsuit, claiming that the $1 million loan they lent to one of McIver’s companies was personally guaranteed by her. This lawsuit will likely delay probate proceedings for some time. McIver’s situation should serve as a warning for everyone to ensure that their estates are properly planned.
See Karen Demasters, Estate in Limbo After Atlanta Man Is Charged with Killing His Rich Wife, Private Wealth, February 2, 2017.
Special thanks to Joel Dobris (Professor of Law, UC Davis School of Law) for bringing this article to my attention.
