For most young riders reaching the international stage takes years. For Josh Wood it’s happening almost overnight, but not without challenges on and off the track.  In his mission to compete in the JuniorGP World Championship, with the first race in May, Josh needs around 85,000 euros.

This 17 year old from Fuengirola only took to motorbike racing last year but has already earned recognition, a place in the SPN Academy, competed in endurance races across Spain and been selected for the Red Bull Rookies programme.  This already puts him among the most promising up-coming young riders.

Behind the scenes, the reality is relentless, long days, limited resources and a constant search for funding in one of the most expensive sports in the world.  This is where we come in; the local international community.  Together we can hopefully help Josh raise the funds he needs and support him in this adventure.  Perhaps there’s even a sponsor or two amongst you who would welcome the opportunity to accompany him on his journey.

Last week, Josh joined me at RTV Marbella on English Edition and faced the camera alone for our chat. He admitted it felt more intimidating than racing, but he handled it like a champ.  I invite you to watch the interview so you can “meet” Josh, I know that once you do he’ll win you over too. (English Edition 18.04.26).

His mother Maiteland stands firmly by his side, supporting her son’s passion and ready to make whatever sacrifices are needed to help him keep moving forward.  Let’s do this! #bettertogether – Donations can be made through his GoFundMe page and his progress can be followed on Instagram @Josh.Wood36.

Inheritance disputes in Spain often begin long before anyone passes away. They begin the moment a parent, grandparent or relative decides to gift certain assets to one person – and not to others. By the time the estate is opened, the imbalance is often already visible. Why do gifts made by the deceased during their lifetime matter?

In Spain, inheritances are built around the principle of forced heirship rights. Under Spanish law, certain heirs – children, grandchildren, parents, and the surviving spouse – are entitled to a minimum portion of the estate that cannot be taken away from them except in cases of lawful disinheritance on statutory grounds. Therefore, if the deceased made very generous gifts, the heirs who were left short may have grounds to claim a reduction. (This framework applies only where Spanish succession law governs the estate. Where another legal system applies, the applicable succession rules will determine the position.)

This situation is more common than you may think. A family member has gifted a property, a sum of money or another significant asset to one of the heirs – or even to someone outside the family entirely. When the estate is eventually settled, the remaining heirs realise their share is far smaller than it should have been. Sometimes, almost nothing is left.

Spanish law provides protection for forced heirs in these situations. The Spanish Civil Code establishes that no one may give away more than they could have left by will. This means that lifetime gifts are considered when calculating what each heir is entitled to receive. If a gift exceeds that limit, it may be subject to reduction.

The process involves calculating the total value of the estate at the time of death, including all assets given away during the donor’s lifetime. Only where this calculation reveals an infringement of forced heirship rights can a gift be reduced, in whole or in part, starting with the most recent gift and working backwards in time.

To bring a claim of this nature, the deadline is generally understood to be five years from the date of death. Waiting too long may mean losing the opportunity to act altogether.

If you believe a gift made by a deceased family member has reduced your rightful share of the inheritance, it is worth taking legal advice sooner rather than later. At White & Baos Lawyers we specialise in inheritance disputes and can help you understand whether you have a claim. Reach out to us today.

You may be interested in the following services and articles:

Revoke a donation or gift due to the birth or discovery of children or descendants. Practical legal guide. Spanish Civil Code. Expert legal advice.

Revoking a Donation or Gift in Spain: Understanding “Ingratitude” as a Legal Cause.

Special Gifts.  Gift with Retained Rights and Gift with a Sale Prohibition. Expert Legal Advice.

Carlos Baos (Lawyer)

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