Should/can I file a case with the courts?

Call your bankruptcy attorney. I think mechanic's claim is barred and you may need an order to release the vehicle.

My husband passed without a will and his banking institution will not release the funds to me. How long can they legally hold ?

The Bank can hold the funds until presented proof by an executor, administrator, or heirs (as proven by court declaration) that they have authority...

In Texas, the will is probateable if you can proof it was in the testator's handwriting and signed by her. The second part of your question (I...

Can the Administrator restrain the bank accts of someone who took control of the deceased cash/assets suffering from Alzheimers.

I think it is fair to say you can do something, but I have so many questions from this brief description that I can't tell you exactly what to do. ...

What is the best way to have elderly parents voluntarily sign over full control of their retirement money?

You have identified the inherent weakness of powers of attorney. By granting you a durable POA, your parents have given you authority to handle...

What if a person is summoned to court to respond or consent to a probate application, and that person resides out of state?

If this is a typical summons/citation to give notice of a probate application (probably an heirship application), no action is REQUIRED. ...

Contractor in Texas never released a mechanics lien from 2003. Work is completed and he was paid in full.

The title company on the refi should waive the lien because the statute of limitations expired. Mechanic's & Materialmen's liens in Texas expire...

We live in Texas, my son (19) father(42) pass in August.

For life insurance, probate is not required. The insurance company will pay the proceeds to the beneficiary or beneficiaries pursuant to the...

What do i need to get legal guardianship of my nephews while my sister is in treatment

You need a SAPCR proceeding, not a guardianship. If the nephew was ever the subject of a custody suit, then you need to petition that court to be...

My stepmother filed an application for administration. My father died with no will. I live in texas.

If this was a Texas probate proceeding (you don't say), then the court would proceed and appoint a qualified applicant or some other person if you...