Ailanthus, also known as tree-of-heaven and paradise-tree, is a major nuisance to foresters, farmers, and homeowners alike. Its prolific seeding, ability to sprout from roots and stumps, rapid growth, and ability to grow just about anywhere, make it a serious competitor and threat to native species and cultivated crops.

In 2022, Virginia had more than 8.6 million residents. With a death rate of 0.8%, about 70,000 people/year in Virginia pass away. If fraud touches 2% of those estates, it means that 1,400 cases of estate fraud start every year in Virginia. This is an average of five new cases every day.