Any natural heir
Anyone named in a valid will
Anyone owed money by the estate.
The estate is responsible for the maintenance of the property. The administrator or executor of the estate can submit a claim on behalf of the estate.
Sort of. A creditor can sue the deceased's estate for repayment.
A claim can be made against the estate. However, if there is no estate then the obligee is out of luck.A claim can be made against the estate. However, if there is no estate then the obligee is out of luck.A claim can be made against the estate. However, if there is no estate then the obligee is out of luck.A claim can be made against the estate. However, if there is no estate then the obligee is out of luck.
In North Carolina, if there is no will, the deceased's estate would generally be distributed according to intestacy laws, prioritizing spouses and then children. If witnesses claim the deceased left the estate to his brothers, this may need to be proven in court, and the court would consider evidence and applicable laws to determine the rightful heirs. Ultimately, it would depend on the specific facts and circumstances of the case.
No. You would need to file a timely claim against their estate.
No, you would take your share of his estate, which already includes hers.
It depends on what you mean by "claim the estate." Each individual has an estate, not a deceased couple. Their estates would pass as outlined in their wills or applicable intestate laws.
It is not required. You can make your claim against the estate.
If it is a debt, you file the claim with the executor. Otherwise you should receive your inheritance when the estate is resolved.
You may proceed with your claim against the estate of the deceased, in probate court.
You cannot sue a dead person but you can file a claim against the deceased individual's estate. If no estate has been opened, you can petition the court to open an estate.
A life estate is based on a specific person's life. If they are not named in the life estate, they have no interest. They can claim the right to use the life estate as long as the individual is still living.