Can executor withhold a bequest under NY law?

Yes, of course. The executors have a fiduciary duty to ensure that the testators wishes and the relevant laws are followed. If there are claims...

A judgement was awarded to us from small claims court in ny, by default. It concerned a medical bill that was unpaid, and then

What you received (motion to vacate) is an application by the losing party to be relieved of the judgment that was previously rendered against...

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Immigration question

Yes, you have created a "he said/she said" situation, but it would have been better to have created nothing. How it will "look" to the authorities...

What does this mean? Can someone explain this, what right does it give the executrix?

It means the Executrix may do anything the Testator could have done on their own, including selling real property or personalty (jewelry, etc.). ...

Q1 if i cant serve him what should i take to court. Q2. will they grant me custody Q3.if i serve him n he dont show then what?

There is a lot of relevant information missing from you narrative. Were you ever married to your daughter's father? If not, was he ever formally...

Does a 13 year old have a say in where she lives

I am very sorry for the loss of your child. I cannot imagine how difficult it must be for you to be facing a custody battle now! Even so, if you...

I went to family ct for child support. The judge said he would mail his decision. It's been three weeks. How long can he take?

You are in a very frustrating situation that lawyers face daily, and clients rarely understand. There is no way to hurry the judge. I'm sorry.

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According to ny law, in a case of proven infidelity and no job, can the injured spouse win sole custody of the children.

The husband's proven infidelity and unemployment are only relevant to the child custody decision if they are shown to be detrimental to the...

Does he have a chance in winning the case? in this situation

Yes. Whether it is a good chance will depend on numerous factors. The pharmacy has a duty to dispense the correct prescription as written by the...

I have sole custody of my daughter and her father had supervised visits once a week for four hours and has missed almost 2 month

Well, you don't really "get him" for abandonment, but if he has voluntarily failed to visit or contact his child for at least 6 month, then he may...