The property that is owned by a decedent at death is administered by the executor or administrator of the decedent’s estate and is always subject to the claims of the decedent’s creditors. The Probate, Estates and Fiduciaries Code (“PEF Code”),...
Two unpaid law firms petitioned to have claims paid above Federal and state claims, and the petition was denied, because debts and creditors are fixed in position at date of death, and without judgment lien filed prior to death, creditors … Continue reading
In objection to account, Court found that auctioneer did not present clear and convincing evidence of a contract, because writing violated statute of frauds. Zimmerman, Estate of A. Jeanette, 2 Fid. Rep. 3d 314 (O.C. Clinton 2012) (Opinion by Cherry, … Continue reading