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My dad list his girlfriend on his life insurance policy but used her first name and his last name can she still collect on it?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

If dad is still alive he should immediately get a change in beneficiary form to set up the proper person he wants to collect on this policy. If he...

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My spouse owns a small business (llc)are facing a divorce and banckruptcy of this business. Will my personal credit be ruined

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

It is hard to say based on the limited facts presented. It is clear that if you have no involvement in these business ventures and have not...

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We want to start up a general partnership under a DBA but one partner cannot be present at the time of filing. What can we do?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

You need to discuss these procedural issues with a corporate attorney in NY. My concern is why you are forming a partnership in the first place. ...

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My deceased ex left several unpaid medical expenses incurred during his last days. Who is responsible to pay?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

As long as you did not co-sign on or guarantee these bills, then you are not obligated individually. His estate is the only party responsible for...

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Would a hand written letter that has been notarized legal?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

It is unclear. Whenever people fail to follow the formalities of certain documents, the outcome is very unclear. Is this his will or a partial...

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Changing will

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

This sounds like duress, overreaching or undue influence. However, if it has been 5 years since his death there may be a statute of limitations...

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I need to file a creditors claim against an estate I expect to sue the estate or widow how much info should I provide with claim

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

You should provide them with accurate information detailing the actual (not a minimum or maximum) debt owed. This will speed your recovery and...

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Does a power of attorney have to be handled by an attorney?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

I agree with the prior response. But if you are asking whether the document should be drafted by an attorney or by yourself, it is always best to...

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Do I need to go through probate if my deceased husband did not have a will and he was part owner on a home with his siblings....

Steven's answer | Answered on October 13, 2010

Yes. It sounds like the property was tenants in common in nature. This asset is probate asset. Since your husband died without a will, then his...

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First time homebuyer tax credit eligibility?

Steven's answer | Answered on October 12, 2010

It is hard to tell from your facts if you qualify. However, please refer to my legal guide entitled FIRST TIME HOME BUYER CREDIT via the following...

Steven J. Fromm's Answers (9012)

My dad list his girlfriend on his life insurance policy but used her first name and his last name can she still collect on it?

My spouse owns a small business (llc)are facing a divorce and banckruptcy of this business. Will my personal credit be ruined

We want to start up a general partnership under a DBA but one partner cannot be present at the time of filing. What can we do?

My deceased ex left several unpaid medical expenses incurred during his last days. Who is responsible to pay?

Would a hand written letter that has been notarized legal?

Changing will

I need to file a creditors claim against an estate I expect to sue the estate or widow how much info should I provide with claim

Does a power of attorney have to be handled by an attorney?

Do I need to go through probate if my deceased husband did not have a will and he was part owner on a home with his siblings....

First time homebuyer tax credit eligibility?