My mother passed away June 19th 2007. Both my mother and father placed me as their executor in their wills. But I am just now finding out that there is alot more at stake here than what I thought, shouldn't their lawyer have told them what would happen? And why can't my father since he is the surviving spouse take this authority? they lived in Ga. and I live in Fl. Georgia says that there is an oath to take for the executorship, Florida has not got a clue as to what I am talking about. But that is not the main question. My father wants the nursing home that he placed mom in to be held accountable, as do I, BUT I don't know that I can perform these actions, am I a bad daughter for not wanting to pursue it? And what all does the executorship mean? I have very little money am divorced and have custody of my 15 yr old son. I lost my job when mom got ill and still to date have not found suitable employment. How do I go on with my life, when I am devestated. There are more questions than ans
2007-07-17 10:54:31 · 2 answers · asked by C G 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
The best piece of advice I can give you is to contact your Mother's attorney (or any attorney) and find out what needs to be done. It's important that you get this taken care of. The sooner, the better.
If you feel the nursing home was responsible, by all means support it. So many people don't and nursing homes get away with a lot more than they should.
Best of luck!
2007-07-17 11:08:57 · answer #1 · answered by endo_chic 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your father is willing to take over, you can step down as executrix. My dad died 6/8/07, my sister was named executrix, and by her request my brother is handling all the paperwork and she's focusing only on emptying the house and getting it ready for sale.
I offer my condolences for your loss.
2007-07-17 11:19:18 · answer #2 · answered by mrscjr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋