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Rolexes, three diamond rings and gifts forever – sentimental assets in insolvency

Michael Murray of Murrays Legal highlights through colourful case law that sentimental assets such as Rolex watches, diamond rings, and even birthday gifts are not immune from insolvency proceedings, with courts regularly scrutinising claims of “gifts forever” to determine whether property truly belongs to the bankrupt or must be handed over to trustees.