Yes, a sibling can contest a beneficiary in a will by challenging the validity of the will or claiming that they were unfairly excluded. This can lead to a legal process to determine the rightful beneficiaries.
The legal system generally will allow you to contest anything you like. However, you chances of changing a designated beneficiary on someone else's IRA are slim. If you decide to contest a beneficiary, recommend you contact an attorney for advice.
Upon contract a beneficiary and secondary beneficiary are chosen. A sibling can refinance only if their name is initially included on the trust property's contract. If they are not secondary beneficiary, it is very difficult but not impossible if primary beneficiary can not comply.
Yes, other siblings can contest a will or trust if only one sibling is named as the beneficiary. They may challenge the validity of the will or claim that it does not reflect the decedent's true intentions, especially if they believe they were unfairly excluded or if there are grounds to argue undue influence or lack of capacity. Legal outcomes can vary based on jurisdiction and specific circumstances, including the terms of the will and the evidence presented. It's advisable for those contesting to seek legal counsel to navigate the process effectively.
Any natural beneficiary of the deceased has standing to contest the will. Beneficiaries of a previous will may also have standing to contest it. You will need to talk to an attorney in your state to work on the process.
The owner of a life insurance policy has the right to choose the beneficiary. Another person has no power to change that choice.
No, you can get him to change the beneficiary and then the money that is claimed will be yours if it has been changed by your husband to your name.
For an insurance policy and/or retirement benefits it goes to the beneficiary designated. For a will, there could be grounds to contest it.
Legally and contractually the named beneficiary is the beneficiary.
No. The proceeds will be paid to the named beneficiary.
Generally speaking a person can only contest a will with sufficient legal standing, meaning that his is named as a beneficiary in the will.
Yes, you can contest a will if you believe a beneficiary named in the will is neglectful or unfit to inherit. The court will review the evidence and consider the best interests of the deceased person in determining the validity of the beneficiary's claims. It is recommended to seek legal advice to understand the process and requirements for contesting a will on these grounds.
Yes, a mother or son can contest a death insurance beneficiary designation, even if the policy specifies no family beneficiaries. They may argue that they have a legal or equitable interest in the policy or that the designated beneficiary was not validly named. However, the success of such a contest often depends on the specific circumstances and the laws governing insurance policies in the relevant jurisdiction. Legal advice may be necessary to navigate the complexities involved.