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"Should" is the wrong word. The facts are generally as follows:
Minor children are automatically entitled by the laws of most states to an interest in a parent's estate whether the parent left a will or not. In most states one cannot disinherit minor children. When the children are adults, the parent can make a will in most states leaving them out as long as the will conforms to state law. If a parent does not make a will, adult children may be considered an heir-at-law in many states under the laws of intestacy. You can check the laws on intestacy at the related question link provided below.
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Something that passes to the children when the parents dies is?
Inheritance
What has the author Jack Braeden Arbuthnot written?
Jack Braeden Arbuthnot has written: 'What about the children' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents, Divorced parents
Do adult children have to pay off deceased parents debts from their inheritance?
The debts of the decedent must be paid by the estate. In fact, the debts must be paid before any assets can be distributed to the heirs.
What are the Inheritance laws in Colorado?
In Colorado, inheritance laws dictate that if a person dies without a will (intestate), their assets are distributed according to state intestacy laws. Generally, the surviving spouse inherits the majority of the estate, with children receiving shares as well. If there is no spouse or children, assets may go to parents, siblings, or more distant relatives. It’s advisable for individuals to create a will to ensure their assets are distributed according to their wishes.
What has the author Robert E Adler written?
Robert E. Adler has written: 'Sharing the children' -- subject(s): Accessible book, Children of divorced parents, Divorced parents, Joint custody of children
Proper engagement announcement of children of divorced parents who are now remarried?
The biological parents should be on the engagement announcement whether they are divorced or have remarried.
What has the author Florence Cadier written?
Florence Cadier has written: 'My parents are getting divorced' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents, Divorce, Juvenile literature
If parents are divorced and the father dies does their mother automatically become the trustee of the children's inheritance?
No. A parent does not automatically become a child's legal representative in matters of inheritance. The court must appoint a legal guardian to control the minor child's inheritance in the best interest of the child. The parent may petition to be appointed but the court will make the decision after examining the child's situation.
Do kids have trouble in divorced parenting?
If children have divorced parents, they are likely to find life harder, especially at a younger age.
What has the author Lora Heims Tessman written?
Lora Heims Tessman has written: 'Children of parting parents' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents
What has the author Terry Berger written?
Terry Berger has written: 'A friend can help' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents, Divorce, Friendship, Juvenile literature 'Stepchild' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents, Juvenile literature, Remarriage, Stepchildren, Stepfathers 'How does it feel when your parents get divorced?' -- subject(s): Children of divorced parents, Divorce, Divorced parents, Juvenile literature 'Friends' -- subject(s): Friendship, Juvenile literature 'Great America scenic railroads' 'I have feelings too' -- subject(s): Emotions, Emotions in children, Juvenile literature 'Special friends' -- subject(s): Children and older people, Friendship, Juvenile literature, Old age 'The Rocky Mountains' -- subject(s): Directories, Hotels
How old do children have to be to choose which parent they choose to live with if their parents are divorced in Wisconsin?
They have to be 18,
