The estate passes to the heirs at law according to the state laws of intestacy. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse it passes to the children equally. You can check the laws of California at the related question link.
The estate passes to the heirs at law according to the state laws of intestacy. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse it passes to the children equally. You can check the laws of California at the related question link.
The estate passes to the heirs at law according to the state laws of intestacy. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse it passes to the children equally. You can check the laws of California at the related question link.
The estate passes to the heirs at law according to the state laws of intestacy. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse it passes to the children equally. You can check the laws of California at the related question link.
In California, if someone dies without a will, their property will generally be distributed according to state intestacy laws. If the deceased had children but no spouse, the property would typically be divided equally among the children. However, the specific distribution rules can vary depending on the situation, so it's advisable to consult with a legal professional to understand the exact process.
The estate passes to the heirs at law according to the state laws of intestacy. Generally, if there is no surviving spouse it passes to the children equally. You can check the laws of California at the related question link.
In Texas, if a person dies without a will, their property will be distributed according to intestacy laws. This typically means that the property will pass to the surviving spouse and children in varying shares depending on the family situation. If the deceased had no spouse but had children, then the property would likely pass to the surviving children.
In Ohio, a surviving spouse may have rights to a family allowance, exempt property, and a share of the deceased spouse's estate if there were children from a previous relationship. Depending on the circumstances, the surviving spouse may also have rights to social security benefits or life insurance proceeds.
In Colorado, a surviving spouse is entitled to an "elective share" of the deceased spouse's estate, which is typically one-third of the estate. If the deceased spouse's will does not provide for the surviving spouse, they can choose to receive the elective share instead. Colorado also has laws that protect a surviving spouse's rights to the marital home and certain personal property.
Step children are generally not responsible for the debts of their deceased parent in Florida unless they have co-signed or guaranteed the debts. Being named in the will does not automatically make them responsible for the debts. It is important to consult with a probate attorney for specific advice on this matter.
In Arizona, if a spouse dies without a will, their assets will typically pass to the surviving spouse. If there are no surviving children or descendants, the surviving spouse will likely inherit the entire estate. If there are children or descendants from a previous relationship, the estate may be divided between the surviving spouse and the children or descendants.
In Texas, if a person dies without a will, their property will be distributed according to intestacy laws. This typically means that the property will pass to the surviving spouse and children in varying shares depending on the family situation. If the deceased had no spouse but had children, then the property would likely pass to the surviving children.
She is interfering with the distribution of the estate. She can be sued.
If the exact wording is "to my surving children", then all other children who predeceased the testator or out.
Yes, children have priority over the mother of the deceased. They are the descendants it get priorty second only to a surviving spouse. Even without a will the spouse will come first, then children. Parents are next, then siblings.
yes. unless the will state otherwise
California is a community property state, the debts of the deceased should be included in the probate procedure. Usually in California the surviving spouse is responsible for all debts incurred during the marriage even though he or she was not the named account holder.
In California the estate will be responsible for the debts of the deceased. Only after they are resolved can the estate be closed and any remainder distributed.
No - the surviving spouse is not liable for the deceased person's bills !
Next of kin, if you are not familiar with the term, just means the closest relative. If there is a surviving spouse, that is the next of kin. If there is no surviving spouse, then surviving children or surviving parents, failing that, a surviving sibling, then we go to aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
The estate is responsible for paying off the bills of the deceased, first and foremost. Surviving children should not have access to the funds until the estate is settled. If the children are minors, the court will appoint a guardian and will usually advance living expenses to insure they aren't without money and a place to live.
Generally, when a person dies intestate their property descends to their spouse and children. However, in certain states the surviving spouse inherits all the property. In the states where the surviving spouse AND children inherit, the children of any deceased child would take their parent's share. You can check the laws of your state at the related question link provided below.
Consult a probate attorney immediately. A surviving spouse has preferred status and may be automatically eligible for a certain portion of the estate depending on how long she has been married to the decedent. Your attorney can help you claim what is yours.