Depending on when your mother's trust was created, it could have been prior to your brother's passing. It is important to have the trust reviewed...

Can I cut out another beneficiary from an annuity?

You cannot "cut out" another beneficiary who has been named as a beneficiary under an annuity contract. If however the beneficiary designation form...

The question is, why are they petitioning the court to remove you as an executor? The determination will be made by the probate judge. I hope...

My father died and left a life estate to me and 3 other siblings. My brother died so now its just me and 2 other living siblings

Assuming your brother left no Last Will and Testament, it would be subject to the law of intestacy in the state where he died. You can look up the...

Daughter is on our insurance policy but owns her own car. Can we be sued if she has an accident and she is sued?

I would suggest that you contact your insurance company to clarify what the policy may cover in the event of an accident. Typically the plaintiff...

Is it necessary to record the dynasty trust ?

It is not necessary to record a dynasty trust. Trusts are typically not recorded to protect the privacy as to the provisions of the trusts.

Brother w/full POA has no accountability to sister on behalf of mother's health & finances. Who controls his squandering?

If the estate will be split 50/50 and your brother is acting as your mother's power of attorney, he definitely has a duty to account to you. But...

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Calif and or IL-Probate- My mother past away with a Will in CA giving everything to my Dad her Husband. Except for a farm in IL.

In California, the will needs to be filed/lodged with the Court. Best of luck.

My mother passed away 4 years ago and she named my aunt the executor of her estate

I agree with attorney Liammari. You need to seek the assistance of a legal counsel immediately. Your right to receive any assets or demand...

Who has authority for medical directives, executor, and power of attorney in this situation?

If you mother has a will, the husband doesn't "automatically trump all of the family and previous wills." She needs to go see an attorney...