The standard would be they inherit everything. That is once the debts are settled.
That depends on the laws of intestacy in her state or country. In general it will be the spouse, followed by her descendants.
In the Modern Western World the husband has no claim to his wife's property that she acquired prior to marriage. He may have rights as a surviving spouse under state laws of intestacy if she died without a will.In the Modern Western World the husband has no claim to his wife's property that she acquired prior to marriage. He may have rights as a surviving spouse under state laws of intestacy if she died without a will.In the Modern Western World the husband has no claim to his wife's property that she acquired prior to marriage. He may have rights as a surviving spouse under state laws of intestacy if she died without a will.In the Modern Western World the husband has no claim to his wife's property that she acquired prior to marriage. He may have rights as a surviving spouse under state laws of intestacy if she died without a will.
There is no time limit. The length of time of the marriage has no effect on the statutory rights of a legal spouse. The surviving spouse has legal rights . . . period. You can check those legal rights under your state laws of intestacy at the related question link provided below.
That depends on state laws of intestacy and those laws vary from state to state. In some states the surviving spouse takes it all. In some states the spouse and children share. In some states the spouse takes it all unless there are children of the decedent who are not her/his children. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link provided below.
In a common law jurisdiction, the surviving spouse may have the right to a portion of the deceased spouse's property through intestacy laws. This varies by jurisdiction, but generally the surviving spouse will receive a portion of the estate, with the remainder distributed to other relatives according to the laws of intestate succession. It's recommended to consult with a lawyer to understand specific rights in your location.
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.
Generally, yes. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link provided below.
If the parent and step-parent owned the property as joint tenants with the right of survivorship then full title passed to the step-parent upon your parent's death. You have no rights in the property. You may have an interest if the property was owned as tenants in common. In that case your parent's half would pass as intestate property according to the laws in your state which you can check at the link below. You could view or obtain a copy of their deed at the land records office to confirm how the land was owned. If you think you may have an interest you should speak with an attorney and show her/him the deed.
A life estate gives the spouse the right to possess and use the property during their lifetime. The spouse has limited rights to alter the property or pass it on in their will, as the ownership reverts to the remainderman upon their death. The remainderman has a future interest in the property and will gain full ownership upon the spouse's death.
If you were not divorced then you are still the surviving spouse. You are entitled to the share of the surviving spouse provided by your state laws of intestacy. You can check the laws in your state at the related question link provided below.
If the marriage was valid then she is the surviving spouse. The children may also have rights. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link provided below.
The laws of intestacy will apply. The laws are fairly consistent providing for the spouse and children.