the last will requested to "share & share alike" (in regard to siblings). But the assisgned personal rep (one sibbling) took all the money, the day mom died-and says she does not have to share it! Is this leggally correct?
2006-11-10 09:23:14 · 2 answers · asked by Sharon M 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
This is in Michigan.
2006-11-10 09:34:28 · update #1
It depends upon how the account was held. If it was a true joint account, which carries with it the right of survivorship, when one owner dies, the other becomes the owner of the funds in the account.
2006-11-10 09:30:46 · answer #1 · answered by Mama Pastafarian 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What state are you in?
Heres a site I found that's informative but it's New Jersy, other states may have similar laws.
You can also ask your banker or attorney.
2006-11-10 09:29:54 · answer #2 · answered by Smurfetta 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋