I'm a co-administrators of an estate. The other isn't interested in handling the estate. Can I take over as Administrator?

This sounds like a strange situation, given that one heir/legatee may not yet even have reached the age of 18. I wonder if succession has actually...

My grandma died in 2013 how does my mom get the house in her name?

Yes, succession necessary. But, type of succession and the extend depends upon 1) whether there was a Will, 2) if your mom's siblings had any...

Insurance agent E and O Policy?

Couple of issues here. 1st, because you have insurance, Allstate may be prepared to provide you a defense to the suit. A suit alleging $50k in...

Louisiana - adverse possession of property?

I think this is a difficult case of adverse possession/acquisitive prescription for the purpose of meeting the burden of proof for the 30 year time...

Your lease dictates the requirement for notice (almost always written) and timeline to cure. Revisit the lease and make sure your demand for...

Depends upon the language in the Will; many Wills build in provisions to specifically address a pre-deceased beneficiary. But, absent a specific...

My husband passed away March 2017, I have a will him leaving everything to me. Both our names are on our deed for the house. ?

Consult an attorney well versed in probate. If none of the children are forced heirs, simple succession and probate of the will can be done for a...

How can I break my lease if the unit is not up to code?

Check your lease - it is the law/contract between you and Landlord. But, most leases require written notice to the Lessor of any issue and an...

How many years do I have to pay property taxes before I get title/deed to property?

If you do not have a deed that appeared to transfer title to you, then the acquisitive prescription period is 30 years. But, you also have to show...

Can I sue my landlord? Can I take him to court with no rental receipt?

Document the condition of the premises when you leave - pics, video, or a walk thru checklist with the Landlord to compare against any initial walk...