NY widow, 88, revives inheritance claim against daughter over $45m empire

 Ann Giurdanella is challenging the legitimacy of her late husband Robert’s estate, contending she was deceived into signing critical documents. After Robert’s passing in December 2021, Ann asserts she was in a vulnerable state when the agreements required her signature. While her appeal has gained traction in Surrogate’s Court, resolving the estate distribution remains ongoing. Ann Giurdanella is challenging the legitimacy of her late husband Robert’s estate, contending she was deceived into signing critical documents. After Robert’s passing in December 2021, Ann asserts she was in a vulnerable state when the agreements required her signature. While her appeal has gained traction in Surrogate’s Court, resolving the estate distribution remains ongoing.