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How old must a sibling be to be granted legal guardianship in the case of parents death?
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∙ 16y ago
They must be at least 18 in order to be considered an adult. And there must be adequate sources of income to take care of the minors.
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In what situation can a parent transfer guardianship to an older sibling?
If the parents have legally given up the child, the death of both parents, both parents are in prison, both parents have psychiatric problems and aren't able to raise a child, and much more reasons; the older sibling can become the legal guardian, but of course you must be 18 years or older, have the correct income for you and guarding sibling to maintain school, food, shelter, etc. and you must be seen by judge in court to approve of the guardianship.
Is there any liability to notify a sibling of a parents death?
No, there is not any liability to notify a sibling in the event of a parents death. In most states siblings need to be notified.
How can a sibling household b formed?
A sibling household can be formed by the death of two parents in the home
How is guardianship acquired?
In general, guardianship can be acquired in two ways: either by assumption as the biological parents or through a court order. Legal guardianship is considered to be binding until the death of the guardian, the authority is terminated by court order or the child reaches the age of majority. However, it should be noted that there are different types of guardianship, some of which can be granted on a temporary basis even if the primary guardian has not relinquished authority over the child.
What is the sibling household family?
Candice Richards -A sibling household consists of children living by themselves due to the death of their parents or as a result of their parents abandoning them. The eldest usually is the most responsible individual and he or she works and provides for the younger children .You may think what the advantages and disadvantages are.Well brainstorm
Can a sibling force another sibling to turn over life insurance to pay for their parents funeral?
No, unless they are an executor of the estate and the parent had been paying the insurance premiums before their death.. Any person can insure anyone, it only means that a policy will be paid on death of the person they have insured and is paid to the person who paid the premiums or to their estate.
Does guardianship end when person dies?
Generally, yes; however you must check the laws of the state in which the guardianship was granted. It is possible (though not probable) that some states grant a short period of time for the guardian to act to preserve the assets until the executor or administrator is appointed. But the guardian would most likely not be allowed to pay any bills that exist at the time of death or make investments.
Can a sibling get a copy of their brothers death certificate in NYS?
Death certificates are public information.
Does legal guardianship end when person dies?
Generally, yes; however you must check the laws of the state in which the guardianship was granted. It is possible (though not probable) that some states grant a short period of time for the guardian to act to preserve the assets until the executor or administrator is appointed. But the guardian would most likely not be allowed to pay any bills that exist at the time of death or make investments.
What is the duration of a Power of Attorney?
A Durable POA lasts until it is revoked, extinguished by a legal guardianship or by the death of the principal.A General POA lasts until it is revoked, extinguished by a legal guardianship or by the death of the principal, or when the principal becomes legally incapacitated as certified by a physician.
Can sibling evict me from parents home after parents death 6 years ago?
You haven't provided enough detail. The answer depends on who owns the property now. The parents estate must be probated in order for legal title to pass to the heirs under the Will or under the laws of intestacy if there was no Will. The legal owner can evict anyone who is not an owner.If the parent died while being the sole owner of the real estate and their estate was not probated yet then your sibling doesn't have the authority to evict you.
Do step siblings stop being step sibling after death of step parent?
No
