401(k) plans and their beneficiaries are subject to a statute called ERISA - in an nutshell it requires a spouse to consent to the plan member...

I agree with the other attorneys- make an appointment and speak to an attorney so the documents can be reviewed. Otherwise we are just going to be...

I'm not clear from your question when your husband died - if he died 40 years ago I would think you would have started asking questions sooner. If...

I would contact estate planning attorneys who focus on asset protection strategies. There is a subset of experienced attorneys in this area of the...

Firstly - you would need to have a lawyer look at the deed to determine exactly how the house is owned. Most deeds with married people allow for...

I would also be curious to know how she became the executor - I can think of a few ways it may have happened....but in any event you need to have...

See the link below - there is an abbreviated procedure if it is a small estate but you still need to go to the Surrogate's office. Essentially if...

1. You mention you are both on the deed - to be sure what happens you would need to have the deed reviewed to see if it specifically shows...

Just to chime in her, I agree with the other attorneys - you need a lawyer but your options may be limited.

Is it legal for illegal tenants to use / steal electricity? No. But you have to get a judgment and collect which will be next to impossible.