You have pretty much answered your own question. If you all die simultaneously the assets will be distributed to the 'residuary' beneficiary -- in...

Does having a power of attorney signed by the dead spouse mean no probate if there is no will? How to know if there is a will?

No. A PoA is no longer effective after the death of a principal and therefore has no impact on the need or lack of need for probate. As to...

You simply need to put your resignation in writing, deliver it to your sister (and for good measure any business/bank you've used it with) and stop...

Can I sell my father's car to the State of California? It won't pass smog.I just put the title in my name-dad died in January.

If the car is in your name I know of no limitations on when you can chose to sell it--regardless of who you want to sell it TO. The motor vehicle...

It sounds like you have an attorney, and it also sounds like he is doing what is required. If that is the case you should be getting advice from...

Can me and my nephew stay here,sense we've been here over a year ? And did all the dirty work of caring for my brother,wife,

If the house is theirs, they can determine who they want to live in it. Because you have done volunteer work for them does not create an obligation...

Your instincts are right. Either this man does not know what he is doing, or he is trying to scam you in some way. In order to sell your father's...

My friend wants to give me power of attorney to represent her in a civil suit against her landlord.?

'PoA' does not make you a licensed attorney. To represent someone else in court you need to be licensed. If your friend wants to have someone else...

Can I get my deceashusbands medical records, He passed away in a nursing home and they refused to tell me what happened to him,?

Yes, IF You are appointed by the Probate Court as his personal representative they will have to provide the information. I would advise you to...

The problem you have is the joint ownership. You will need to investigate this much more closely to determine what the situation is and whether or...