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No. A daughter-in-law is not related by blood. A lineal descendant, in legal usage, is a blood relative in the direct line of descent.
The laws of intestacy recognize a legally adopted person as an heir at law for purposes of inheritance. For example, Vivien had three biological sons and one adopted daughter. They and their children are considered her descendants for purposes of inheritance. Their spouses are not.
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Is a grandchild still a natural heir if the deceased parent is not named in the Grandparents Will or Trust?
It depends on the specific laws and provisions of the will or trust. In many cases, grandchildren are considered natural heirs and would be entitled to a share of the inheritance if their parent is deceased. However, it's important to consult with a legal professional to understand the specific circumstances and implications.
Is heirs the decadent of deceased member?
Yes, heirs are typically the descendants or legal beneficiaries of a deceased individual. They inherit the deceased's assets, rights, and obligations according to the laws of succession or the deceased's will. The term "descendant" specifically refers to the direct lineage, such as children and grandchildren, while "heirs" can also include other relatives depending on the legal context.
In PA are step grandchildren entitled to inherit from step grandparents?
Generally only legally adopted children become heirs-at-law. Since you use the term "step-grandchildren" I assume they were not legally adopted by their step-parent and would not be heirs-at-law of the step-parent's parents. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link provided below.
If a person dies without a will and has no children or a wife just grandchildren age 21 and siblings who is considered next of kin?
In most states the grandchildren would be the legal heirs-at-law. Succession generally goes in descending order if there children and the children of any deceased child would take under the laws of intestacy: parent, child, grandchild, etc. Siblings of the decedent would become the heirs at law only if the decedent had no wife and no children. You can check the laws of intestacy for your state at the related question link below.
What were the names of the three girls who were the heirs to the estate of the deceased man?
as nieces
Can inheritance go up a family tree?
Yes, if there are no descending heirs such as children, grandchildren and so on, then an estate passing by intestacy goes to the ascendants, meaning the parents, then siblings and their issue. If there are no parents and siblings or issue of siblings, then it goes further up to grandparents.
Can someone claim his money given to the deceased person from their heirs?
Sort of. A creditor can sue the deceased's estate for repayment.
If five siblings are left 40 percent of estate and three siblings are deceased who gets the balance when there is no mention of the three deceased heirs or per capita?
If the three deceased heirs aren't mentioned then the 40 percent will be distributed to the two remaining siblings and the family of the three deceased. It is likely that the three deceased siblings had a will that will ultimately determine what needs to be done with their portion.
Who is considered an heir?
An heir is a person who is legally entitled to inherit the assets, property, or titles of a deceased person according to the laws of intestacy or through a will. The designated heirs can include family members, relatives, or individuals named in a deceased person's estate planning documents.
If the person dies with a judgment against him are his heirs responsible for the debt?
It will come from the deceased person's estate.
Can the heirs of a life tenant be reimbursed for the payment of mortgage and property taxes made by the life tenant?
Absent an agreement between the now-deceased person & the heirs, typically not.
Do heirs get copy of a will?
Yes, heirs typically receive a copy of the will after the testator (person who made the will) passes away. This is done during the probate process to ensure transparency and allow heirs to understand how the deceased individual's assets will be distributed.
