I agree with Mr. Shields. Contingent means that if she died you would be the beneficiary. If she claimed the policy, clearly she was primary and...

You don't say whether a probate was opened or what assets were involved. Bottom line, an executor of a will has no power unless appointed by a...

You don't file proofs of service of a subpoena unless there is a motion related to that subpoena.

No friends cannot claim the decedent's assets. You can however file for probate (if there are assets in excess of $166,500) through an attorney...

Based on your dates it looks like the case was timely filed. SOL doesn't have anything to do with service date, but filing date.

She can legally but would have to live with her brother. That does not seem practical. Force the sale of the house.

Are they making medical decisions or financial decisions? Your father has the legal right to make those decisions absent a proper POA for medical...

Sounds like it but he should call to find out for sure.

You will need to use the Find a Lawyer tab and call around. I would recommend writing down your story in as clear a way as you can and ask the...

You need to ask for the money back. If you do not receive it, do a fee arbitration with the State Bar.