The estate is responsible for the credit card debt. The assets of the estate cannot be distributed before the debts of the estate are paid. The executor is bound by law to give notice of the death to creditors. You should seek the advice from the attorney who is handling the estate.
No, it would generally be the estate that would have to settle the debts of the recently deceased. However, if the adult children are the heirs, then it would be in their best interests to help the executor repel or challenge any claims made on the estate, leaving more for them to divide.
If you are writing a will, then you need an executor. However in this case where you are leaving everything to her, she can be the executor.
In California, a minor (under 18) who leaves home without parental consent may be considered a runaway. Parents can file a runaway report with law enforcement, who will try to locate the minor and return them home. Parents are legally responsible for their minor children and can face consequences if they fail to provide care and support.
Yes, the bank accounts are a part of the estate. The need to be valued and included in the assets.
You can leave responsible children alone for short periods of time, but not overnight. Children at the age of 12 can be left at home for short periods of time.
General William Tecumseh Sherman is often credited with the destruction of much of the South during the Civil War. His "March to the Sea" in 1864 resulted in the burning of Atlanta and the devastation of many towns and plantations in his path.
The court will appoint someone if no one volunteers.
Yes. They need a sitter or someone to make sure that they'll be alright!!
Scout was responsible for the men leaving the jail.
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No, if the adult children are not joint debtors they are not responsible for their parents debts. If they are joint debtors the parents' debts could be discharged in BK leaving the adult children who were not a part of the BK procedure open to the recovery of the debt(s) by creditors.
The will should have named an alternate. If it didn't, find some one who willing to do it. The estate lawyer must notify the court of the executor's death and petition for the appointment of a successor.