If there is a will can a natural born child make a claim for part of the inheritance against step children?

I agree with Attorney Whalen. If there is a will, the terms of the will control. Only a current spouse of the deceased can override the will to...

What can I do if my grandmother passed away with no signed will and my mother is not following it? We are all in Pennsylvania.

Unfortunately, if the will is not signed it has no legal effect under Pennsylvania law. That, however, does not mean that they heirs can do...

Do I have to open an estate if the deceased has annuities?

You'll need to check the terms of the annuity and find out if it had a designated beneficiary. Checking with the financial institution would be a...

I live in Delaware County PA. What do I need to tke to the court house with me to be sworn in? There isno property, my mom owesn

Although I cannot be sure from your question, it appears you are to be sworn in as the executor of your mother's estate. If that is the case,...

Will I get my deposit back after signing a lease release?

It depends on whether there was any damage to your apartment. Much of the language in your release follows that of the Landlord/Tenant Act which...

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How can I verify a business license for a business in West Hazleton, PA?

If you are checking to see if the business is organized as a corporation, LLC, etc., check...

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Can i get a refund, from a house that i was going to buy?

It really depends on the terms of the contract. But most real estate contracts impose a penalty (often forfeiture of the down payment) for backing...

Question on refunding a deposit

First I must say that it is difficult to say with any certainty having not read the contract and not knowing the details surrounding a particular...

Estate requires condo to sell prior to finalizing, what are our rights as heirs to make requests/requirements on exec./ lawyers?

I agree wholeheartedly with Attorney Whalen. The executor has a fiduciary duty to manage the estate in the best interests of the beneficiaries. But...

Beneficiaries should receive notice within three months of a will being accepted for probate. Probated wills are also part of the public record...