A practical guide for widows, widowers, parents, siblings, and other survivors of a deceased spouse or family member that is intended to assist the survivors to cope with a death in the family. The topics include: anatomical and whole-body gifts; funeral and burial rights, arrangements, and expenses; essential documents; Social Security information; support groups; access to safe-deposit boxes; vacant-dwelling insurance; decedent's last will and probate proceedings; income tax liability of the decedent and the decedent's estate; claiming a decedent's income-tax refund; claiming benefits under a policy of life-insurance; and rollover or distribution from a decedent's qualified retirement plan or IRA.
Puerto Rico US Legal's Survivor's Guide to A Death in the Family is a comprehensive resource that provides detailed information and guidance to individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one in Puerto Rico. This guide offers valuable insights on various legal procedures, obligations, and rights that survivors need to be aware of during this challenging time. The guide covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: 1. Intestate Succession: Explains the laws pertaining to distributing the deceased person's assets when no will exists. 2. Probate Process: Provides a step-by-step overview of the probate procedure in Puerto Rico, including filing necessary documents, estate administration, and the role of the probate court. 3. Estate Taxes: Informs readers about the applicable estate tax laws and requirements in Puerto Rico. 4. Insurance Claims: Offers guidance on navigating the complicated process of filing insurance claims, including life insurance, health insurance, and property insurance. 5. Funeral Arrangements: Outlines the various considerations and legal aspects involved in arranging a funeral or memorial service in Puerto Rico. 6. Social Security Benefits: Provides an overview of the survivor benefits available through the Social Security Administration, such as survivor's pension and lump-sum death payment. 7. Financial Matters: Offers advice on handling the deceased person's financial affairs, including bank accounts, debts, and investments. 8. Guardianship and Custody issues: Discusses the legal procedures involved in determining guardianship or custody of minor children when a parent passes away. 9. Veterans Benefits: Outlines the benefits and assistance programs available to surviving family members of veterans, including burial benefits and survivor's pension. 10. Estate Planning: Discusses the importance of creating a will, power of attorney, and other estate planning documents to ensure a smooth transfer of assets and protect the interests of survivors. Different types of Puerto Rico US Legal's Survivor's Guide to A Death in the Family may include editions specific to different years, updated versions to reflect changes in laws, or tailored versions for specific situations, such as deaths due to accidents, natural disasters, or medical malpractice. These variations provide even more specific guidance within the broader context of handling a death in the family in Puerto Rico.Puerto Rico US Legal's Survivor's Guide to A Death in the Family is a comprehensive resource that provides detailed information and guidance to individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one in Puerto Rico. This guide offers valuable insights on various legal procedures, obligations, and rights that survivors need to be aware of during this challenging time. The guide covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to: 1. Intestate Succession: Explains the laws pertaining to distributing the deceased person's assets when no will exists. 2. Probate Process: Provides a step-by-step overview of the probate procedure in Puerto Rico, including filing necessary documents, estate administration, and the role of the probate court. 3. Estate Taxes: Informs readers about the applicable estate tax laws and requirements in Puerto Rico. 4. Insurance Claims: Offers guidance on navigating the complicated process of filing insurance claims, including life insurance, health insurance, and property insurance. 5. Funeral Arrangements: Outlines the various considerations and legal aspects involved in arranging a funeral or memorial service in Puerto Rico. 6. Social Security Benefits: Provides an overview of the survivor benefits available through the Social Security Administration, such as survivor's pension and lump-sum death payment. 7. Financial Matters: Offers advice on handling the deceased person's financial affairs, including bank accounts, debts, and investments. 8. Guardianship and Custody issues: Discusses the legal procedures involved in determining guardianship or custody of minor children when a parent passes away. 9. Veterans Benefits: Outlines the benefits and assistance programs available to surviving family members of veterans, including burial benefits and survivor's pension. 10. Estate Planning: Discusses the importance of creating a will, power of attorney, and other estate planning documents to ensure a smooth transfer of assets and protect the interests of survivors. Different types of Puerto Rico US Legal's Survivor's Guide to A Death in the Family may include editions specific to different years, updated versions to reflect changes in laws, or tailored versions for specific situations, such as deaths due to accidents, natural disasters, or medical malpractice. These variations provide even more specific guidance within the broader context of handling a death in the family in Puerto Rico.
