What to do if I received a small check of under $400 from health insurance litigation settlement for my deceased mother of 10 years?
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What to do if I received a small check of under $400 from health insurance litigation settlement for my deceased mother of 10 years?
I was caregiver and signed legally for her. Check was in her name. Am I able to legally sign for her and give the monies to my sister who is quite ill?
Asked on August 12, 2013 under Estate Planning, Ohio
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Based upon what you have written about, I suggest that you call and write the party that sent you the check for under $400 advising that your mother is now deceased and that the check should be issued to the person who was the representative of your mother's estate.
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