Do we owe a creditor who sends a bill 3 years after death?

In Kansas there is a statute called the "non-claim" statute. It generally says that all claims against an estate must be filed by the later of (1)...

Do I need to file probate if the only remaining assets is a checking account and I am the sole beneficiarie and relative?

If you are certain there are no additional assets, I would not go to the expense of filing the will. It appears that there are no assets for the...

It is unclear from the facts whether mother is still living and suffering from dementia or whether she has died. If mother is still living, it is...

We live in Kansas. If I get alzheimers and go to an institution, will my wife eventually lose everything?

In Kansas and most other states this issue involves state Medicaid eligibility issues. In very simple terms, Kansas has a Medicaid program to pay...

How can I (a Marylander )obtain a legal guardianship of my nephew (both of his parents are in jail) who lives in California?

I am not licensed in California, but in Kansas the correct course of action would be to petition the district court to have yourself appointed...

Your mortgage company is correct that the redemption rights do not begin until the sheriff's sale. Prior to the sale you are in possession of the...

Can u get emacipated at 16 in Kasas during a custody battle?

Techinically the answer to your question is yes. Practical considerations may make his plan un-waorkable. In Kansas the district court can confer...

What is the best and cheapest way to either give land or money from sale to my mother-in-law?

I agree with Martin to a point. The best scenario depends on who has the lowest marginal tax rate, you or your mother-in-law. If your rate is lower...

The "powers" of the power of attorney end at mom's death. The order that names are listed on a deed does not matter. If it is NOT a "Transfer On...

While Wisconsin has not adopted the Uniform Trust Code, its provisions may be persuasive upon a Wisconsin court if there is no specific Wisconsin...