Questions answered by Arnold Garson Cohen

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Can the probate amount for inheritance be changed after the first time its been notarized and sent to all family members?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Mr. Laddaga gave you good advice. You have a right to an accounting and to obtained verification of assets. You would be wise to engage promptly...

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Do I have to pay tax on an inherited vehicle out of state?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I wonder whether PA has an exemption from the transfer tax for an inherited vehicle. Ask about that and get chapter an verse. The relevant rules...

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Would a common law wife or biological children of an ailing man be entitled to his possessions?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

I agree with Mr. Berkus and Mr. Pippen. Also I have known people to marry shortly before death so as to deal with this type of problem and other...

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What can we do if the Defendant is stopping progress in our court settlement and is calling it quits.

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Anything you do without the aid of a lawyer in this case is likely to be counterproductive or, at best, meaningless.

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What rights do I have if my mother had no will step dad won't give me anything She had als

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Absolutely consult a probate lawyer who practices in the county in which mother died promptly. You may locate a lawyer using the Find a Lawyer...

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What would a motion be called to reopen the contesting of a will after the beneficiary failed to honor the probate court order?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Consider advancing the premium to keep the policy in force if it is not too late. That may be far less expensive than suing step mother. Consult...

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Can an estranged mother have the right to keep adult child from seeing and contacting adult sibling?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Your recitation makes me wonder why mother would act in this manner and whether there is inappropriate or illegal behavior on her part. The issues...

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If my kid lives in a different house I own can he go to school out there?

Arnold's answer | Answered on June 04, 2016

Sure, maybe. You would be wise to not post anything more about this problem on this public forum and to consult a lawyer in the county in which...

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In California, what if the 4 month newspaper creditor announcement ends earlier than the 1 year anniversary of the decedent?

Arnold's answer | Answered on May 30, 2016

I agree about the re-posting. However, you did not say what explanation your own lawyer gave. Surely you discussed it with him/her.

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How should I respond to creditor inquiries about a relative's estate executor when the estate has no assets.

Arnold's answer | Answered on May 30, 2016

Hopefully you have not had yourself appointed as administrator or executor without advice of counsel. If so, consult probate counsel now. There...

Arnold Garson Cohen's Answers (5855)

Can the probate amount for inheritance be changed after the first time its been notarized and sent to all family members?

Do I have to pay tax on an inherited vehicle out of state?

Would a common law wife or biological children of an ailing man be entitled to his possessions?

What can we do if the Defendant is stopping progress in our court settlement and is calling it quits.

What rights do I have if my mother had no will step dad won't give me anything She had als

What would a motion be called to reopen the contesting of a will after the beneficiary failed to honor the probate court order?

Can an estranged mother have the right to keep adult child from seeing and contacting adult sibling?

If my kid lives in a different house I own can he go to school out there?

In California, what if the 4 month newspaper creditor announcement ends earlier than the 1 year anniversary of the decedent?

How should I respond to creditor inquiries about a relative's estate executor when the estate has no assets.