Legal Question in Insurance Law in Texas

My husband died and left his ex-wife as the primary beneficiary on hs insurance policy. His mother was named the secondary beneficiary. Who is entitled to the proceeds of this policy?


Asked on 10/14/10, 1:09 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Heather Kubiak The Kubiak Law Firm PLLC

Insurance policies are typically paid to the beneficiaries. If your husband's ex-wife is still alive, she will have a claim to the policy. You may also have a claim to the policy, however, if the premiums were paid for with community property. If your community property was used to pay premiums, then you should make a claim quickly.

Often, the insurance company will pay the policy proceeds into the registry of the court and file a special lawsuit known as an "interpleader."

If you have more questions, please let me know.

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Answered on 10/19/10, 1:13 pm


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