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If there is a will, then you are entitled to what it provides. With no will, the laws of your particular state will govern the dividing of the assets, with the surviving spouse being entitled to some percentage, but frequently not all.
If not married and live for 5 years and my spouse written and sign by his own on his Will and give it to me, am i still entitled to this Will or not.
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What is a spouse entitled to if their spouse dies without a will in NY?
I believe a spouse if entitled to 1/3 of the estate....prevents them from becoming a charge of the state.
Are you entitled to receive benefits from your spouse's pension if he dies and you are legally separated?
The length of the marriage is what usually determines if a spouse or ex spouse is entitled to any pension benefits either private, SS or RRB.
If someone lives in Florida and marries in Louisiana and one spouse dies what is the other spouse entitled to?
u only said he is married once... u never said he was married in florida and also its the spouse that dies not the person
When a spouse dies and the other spouse did not live with him is she entitled to his personal property?
Yes. A surviving spouse is entitled to a statutory share of an intestate (without a will) estate in most jurisdictions. You can check the laws in your state at the related question link provided below.
If a will is made prior to a marriage when the writer of the will dies will the remaining living spouse be entitled to anything even if not mentioned in the will?
The spouse is going to be entitled to a part of the estate. At a minimum it will be a dower right, but it could be more depending on the state.
What are you entitled to if married for 3 months and husband dies?
You are the surviving spouse and entitle to anything the surviving spouse is entitled to under state and federal laws. You should consult with an attorney who can review your situation and explain your rights and options.
Are the adult children from the first marriage entitled to a man's askes after he dies?
A current spouse would have first claim.
What if a spouse dies and you may be a beneficiary to their 401k but you divorced 10 years ago are you still eligble?
IF you are still the beneficiary on file for your ex-spouse then you are legally entitled to that money. If there was an updated beneficiary that lists other people as the beneficiary then you are not. On caveat is if you are listed as the beneficiary and the ex-spouse has a will in place that leaves the account to someone else, then you are not entitled.
Who is entitled to the monies in saving and checking account when a spouse dies?
If the surviving spouse (or anyone else, for that matter) is listed as the beneficiary, then the beneficiary is entitled to the proceeds. However, if no one else is listed on the account, it may very well wind up in probate (court).
What if the house was purchased before you were married are you entitled to half of the house?
In what circumstances? If the spouse dies? If there is a divorce? The laws vary from state to state and based on the situation.
Family has a trust fund father dies mother remarries in common law state then dies is new surviving spouse entitled to small assets purchased during marriage like furniture?
Yes.
What is a wife entitled to if you are married in Oklahoma?
Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.Both partners are entitled to fidelity, respect and mutual support. In addition a surviving spouse is entitled to a portion of their spouse's estate. You can read the law of intestacy for Oklahoma at the related link.
