You will have to file to open a probate estate. If he had a will, you would get letters testamentary, if no will, letters of administration. If...

As an SSI beneficiary he can only have assets that total $2,000. A dwelling in which he lives does not count toward the limit. He could sell his...

That is a common concern. A trust would need to be irrevocable or become irrevocable upon the death of the first spouse. That prevents changes...

Sorry for your losses. You should contact a probate attorney for assistance. It is a difficult process to do on your own. If your husband did...

I am sorry for your loss. The bank likely wants you to go to probate court for summary distribution of a small estate. That is what it is called...

The nursing home cannot require anyone other than the patient to promise/contract to pay them. You are correct about the unsafe discharge. They...

Your mother needs to see an attorney right away. The Will means nothing legally until accepted by the probate judge. An original is required to...

Your father could have done a Will and omitted you. You said your sister is the executor. Has she been appointed by the probate court or you...

I do not do personal injury work. I am sure you will get a good answer or two from other attorneys.

First you should go to the probate court in the county your father lived. Ask for a copy of the file for his estate, if there is one. Then look...