Taft v. Commissioner

Supreme Court of the United States · Decided 1938-05-23

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Mr. Justice Roberts delivered the opinion of the Court. The question presented is whether the petitioner, as executor, may deduct from the gross estate amounts payable pursuant to the decedent’s binding promises as claims against the estate incurred bona fide and for an adequate and full consideration in money or money’s worth within the meaning of § 303 (a)…

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