The "informant" should be the person who first encountered the deceased after they passed and called 911. It has nothing to do with who is related...

Everything passes to me, his wife is this a big problem?

My sympathies on your loss. As Mr. Potter said, you should consult with an attorney. No one can assure you online that you're "all right" without...

Can my brother take over the family house and not a low me to visit my mom The house and money is our inheritance ?

On what basis is he doing this? If he has power of attorney, have an attorney demand an accounting for all that money. If she was foolish enough to...

What are my rights, father passed and there’s no will?

If there's no will, his wife, first, receives without probate any assets titled in joint tenancy. Then she receives all of the community property,...

How can my husband change his name under his mom's last will & testament??

If the name is substantially difficult, you might have to submit declarations from family members stating that "George" is actually Jack Smith,...

My father left a will and listed his girlfriend as an executor. He has a legal wife and three children.?

Your father's named executor is likely to be appointed. But as Ms. James said, his legal wife has a claim to at least 1/2 of the estate.

My father died but my aunt wants to receive any remainin monies in his account. Even though I’m the next of kin can she go get?

Assuming your father was not married when he died, the children, NOT his siblings, are the heirs. If he died owning less than $150,000 total, the...

Can biological parents get conserativeship or guardianship of adult that is willing ?

Yes. A court will often not agree to a conservatorship for a high-functioning individual. But if he himself desires the protection of his parents...

Does CA law require me to include my husband in my will? We are separated (10 years). He has been living in OK for several years

Assuming your agreement is not in writing, your husband is entitled to half the community property (what was accumulated after marriage). What was...

Can I get my mothers ashes from my grandpas casket?

It seems like an ideal situation -- you can visit your grandfather and your mother together. If there is no marker indicating your mother's remains...