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In most states the spouse is the presumptive nearest relative (i.e. next of kin).
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Who is next of kin parent or child of patient?
Generally speaking, if the patient has children (or a spouse and children), they are the legal next of kin. If no children (and no spouse), the parents are the next of kin.
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Yes. If there is no surviving spouse, the next of kin are the children (equally and together). If there are no children then the next of kin is determined by the laws in the jurisdiction. Next of kin for legal purposes is set forth in the laws of intestacy.
Who is your next of kin legally?
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Is partner your next of kin?
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Who is considered the closest in next of kin if a father dies his mother or his sons?
The sons would be considered the legal heirs-at-law for purposes of inheritance in most states if there was no surviving spouse. You can check the laws in your state at the related question link provided below.
What rights do you have as an estranged wife are you still considered to be legal next of kin?
As an estranged wife, you may still have certain legal rights depending on the laws of your jurisdiction and any existing legal agreements such as a marriage contract or will. Being legally considered next of kin typically depends on your legal status at the time of your estrangement and any legal documentation that designates next of kin. It is recommended to consult with a legal professional to understand your specific rights in your situation.
Who is your next of kin if you dont have adult children?
Your spouse is your next of kin if you are married. If you have no spouse and no children then your parents and siblings are your next of kin. Which is first depends on the law where you live.It depends on state law; however, generally the deceased person's spouse (through marriage) would be next-of-kin.If the deceased person is not married, it would generally be his/her parents.
Who is considered by law to be the closest next of kin in a family when the father dies his son or his wife?
The state of Texas recognizes the surviving spouse as next of kin. For example if you want to obtain medical records and you are not the surviving spouse, you can obtain legal documentation (letter of Administration or Exectrix of the Estate), and this combined with a copy of the death certificate will allow you to acquire copies of medical records.
What is the name of the Maryland state legislature?
Benjamin Cardin (D) and Chris Van Hollen Jr. (D) are the U.S. Senators representing Maryland. Cardin's next election will be in 2018. Van Hollen's next election will be in 2022.
Who is considered next of kin of a deceased person?
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.
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