Can i?

There are things that can be done to protect real estate in NC, but you must be proactive. You should see an Elder Law Attorney. While you may...

No will who inherits the estate.

Without seeing the deeds or how the assets were titled it’s possible that the joint property your father held with your uncle appropriately went to...

How can I get my share of the rent money from my deceased parents home?

Whether or not you have rights depends on the terms written in the trust. I would recommend that you hire an attorney to review the trust and if...

My stepdad passed without a will in nc and my mom is still living? Does she have to split their property with his kids?

Whether or not your mom needs to split the property with her husband's children depends on how the property is titled and whether or not her...

My step sister had durable power of attorney on her dad but he died. Is that poa still valid after his death?

Mr. Zichi is correct. The Power of Attorney ceases upon the death of the person who it applies to. After death the document which allows bills to...

Can I transfer my inheritance to my son and I never take it?

I would advise you to take the inheritance and then gift it to your son. If you don’t take it may go by the terms of the will to someone else...

Can I contest a will before dad passes?

Without knowing more the best thing to do may be to file for Guardianship. If successful this process would deem your mother unfit to make her own...

How do I leave part of what my husband and I own to someone else after he dies so it all doesn't go to my stepson?

Everyone has the opportunity to write their own will and leave their assets according to their wishes. While you can't disinherit your husband in...

The statute of limitations in North Carolina for a wrongful death claim is two years, which is measured from the date of the victim's death.

NCGS 31-32 states that the contest may be filed as soon as the probate is open and up to three years afterwards in most circumstances. I would...