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Does the estate of a predeceased child inherit anything when the parent dies?
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∙ 14y ago
That depends on several factors:
a.) whether the decedent left a will and how the will is drafted
b.) the state laws of intestacy
You can check your state laws of intestacy at the related question link provided below.
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Who gets the estate if both parents die and there is no will?
The children share equally in the estate. If there are any children who predeceased the last parent to die and if those children left children of their own, then those grandchildren would inherit the share that their parent would have inherited and he/she not predeceased.
If there is 2 siblings can 1 sibling do anything in an estate without the other?
Not nearly enough information is given. If the "estate" being referred to is the 'estate' of a deceased parent(s) the siblings have only as much authority over the estate as the will of the deceased allows them. They each inherit individually what the will gives them, and if they inherit anything jointly, they cannot do anything with their joint-inheritance without BOTH being in agreement. It sounds like the questioner needs the advice of an attorney.
How do you transfer a deed when a parent dies without a will in Texas?
You open an estate with the probate court. The executor of the estate can issue the deed to those who inherit.
Can a child claim an inheritance if no will was made?
It is normal for a child to inherit from a parent. A minor will get a share of the estate in the probate process.
When a parent dies without making a will is money divided between children or does it go to eldest child or son?
Assuming there is no other surviving parent, it will be divided among the children and issue of any predeceased children. The eldest son does not inherit to the exclusion of the other children.
What happens to a parent's estate when there is no will?
It will be distributed according to the intestacy laws of the state. In most cases there isn't an issue with that, as the children will inherit. And the children can open an estate regardless if there is a will or not.
Who inherits in an intestate estate in South Africa?
It depends. If the deceased had a spouse (or if he was in a polygamous marriage) but if he had no descendants, the spouse (or spouses) will inherit the estate. If there are only descendants but no spouses, then it will be they who inherit the estate. In case there are both spouse(s) and descendants, the spouse will receive R125 000 and the balance will go to the children. Also, if there are neither descendants nor spouses, the parents (or one parent and the other descendants of that parent) will split the estate equally.
What rights do biological children have in the estate of a deceased parent?
Biological and legally adopted children generally have the same rights in their parent's estate if their parent dies intestate, or, without a will. Children do not inherit an interest in property that was held jointly with a surviving spouse. However, they may inherit an interest in property held solely by the decedent. You can check the laws of intestacy in your state in the related question below.
When an estranged parent dies does the grown adult child get anything?
Whether a grown child is estranged from his or her parent does not affect that child's right to inherit from the parent. The grown adult child's right to inherit ("get anything") depends on three things. First, does the adult have a will and is the adult child named in the parent's will? If so, the adult child will inherit, even if he or she is estranged from the parent. Second, if there is no will, then the laws of intestacy determine who gets the property of the dead parent. These laws vary from state to state and are determined by the state of residency of the dead parent. Often, assets of a dead parent are split between a surviving spouce and children under such laws. Lastly, the adult child could inherit ("get something") if he or she is named as a beneficiary on a life insurance policy, brokerage account, bank account or if he or she is a joint tenant or tenant in common on a piece of property or other asset. These assets pass outside of the dead person's estate and that person's will.
When a parent dies and a step parent is living in the home what rights do the step children have if any to get their parent's property?
Generally, a step-child has no inheritance rights unless they were legally adopted by the decedent. You should consult with the attorney who is handling the estate or with an attorney who specializes in probate in your particular jurisdiction if you think you may have any claim.
Can a parent or guardian be the wrongful death beneficiary of his or her adult child in Alabama or Nebraska if that child has no wife or children?
The estate is the beneficiary of a Wrongful Death action. The parents and/or siblings would inherit from the estate.
Are grandchildren entitled to part of an estate after death if no will is written?
When someone dies without a will the state laws of intestacy provide for the distribution of their property. Generally, if your parent is deceased you would inherit your parent's share of your grandparent's estate. If your parent is not deceased then you have no right to a share of your grandparent's estate. If your grandparent left a will and the will is allowed you have no other right to their estate. You can check the intestacy laws of your state at the link in the related question below.
