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How is an estate distributed if a beneficiary dies before the estate is settled?

It will go the deceased sister's estate because according to what you write, she …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

What am I entitled to?

1) Yes, you would be entitled under "intestate succession" (the rules for who gets …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

My brother passed away in Louisiana and I live in CT. A death certificate has not been issued yet. Can I drive his car from Louisiana to Connecticut?

No, you can't. It was his car, not yours; you have no legal right …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Who is responsible for the bills?

Yes, you can be charged a "use and occupancy" fee for the value of …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago

Can I solely make a claim for my deceased parents'

In addition to the documents you mentioned on which your sister's name appears, you …

FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney answered 1 year ago