Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
death + life insurance
my husband died unexpectedly. we were seperate and am not sure if he had term life insurace (he used to) Is there a time frame to put in a claim?someone told me only 30 days from death) I am trying to find out if he had it but there is no will and am having trouble finding his personal papers. He doesn't own anything and this would help my kids and I tremdously. Please help!!
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: death + life insurance
There is no time limit.
You may want to start an administration proceeding with the Surrogate's Court. As the administrator of the estate, you would be entitled to his bank records, safte deposit box, etc. The bank records may indicate that he made payments to an insurance company.
Mike.
Re: death + life insurance
No. You should be ok
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