spouses right to memorial?
355769
Your are next of kin, final decision is yours. Civil suit can not be implemented as long as no financial responsibility is placed on living child. If the child doesn't want to come pay respects then that is their choice, but do what you feel is right.
934373
I read your question to my husband who is an attorney.  He said no....wife 3 has no legal rights.  She was never legally married to him because his divorce from wife #2 was never finalized.\n\nThat would be like a mistress demanding his body be moved...\n\nShe has no right to anything....she is an outsider.
3861
No I dont but the bible says a man and a woman are to leave thier families and become one with thier spouse. Always put him before any others and honor your marridge. Do not let anyone put preasure on your maridge and they had thier chance when you got married to speak or forever hold thier peace,,,perhaps you could remind them of that .....
901361
Let's see: under a civil union they can be compelled to testify against their partner, not allowed to adopt, not allowed hospital vistis, can't make medical decisions, no right to inhirit peoperty, no spousal immigrations benefits, no conjugal visits with their mates if legal problems occur. Legally married couples take these rights for granted. Gay couples do not have these legally protected rights because they are not related by marriage. Just because gay couples have given power of attorney or made wills does not mean the wishes will be carried out if the family of one or the other protests.
574595
When someone dies intestate it can be a mess, particularly if there are children involved. In general, if there are children, the spouse is entitled by law to 33% of the proceeds, while the children can claim the remaining 66%. However it all depends on the situation. The link below provides more information.
1144181
If you feel drawn to go, that's what matters.  Death has a way of making things real, and if you still have a place in your heart for him, I would say it's right to honor that place and attend the funeral.  Probably it's a good idea to do so discreetly, as anonymously as possible, unless a graceful opportunity presents itself for interaction with the family, at their initiative. Otherwise, it's between you and your memory of him, a private goodbye.
269744
I don't think so. The question before the Court is whether the federal courts can hear probate questions that are normally before state courts.\n\nBasically, her lawyers have to demonstrate that somehow, her late husband's estate has something to do with federal laws. Nobody contends that there is a direct connection between his estate and the federal law, beyond tax issues already resolved; thus, she basically needs to say that somehow, her  federal civil liberties are being infringed.\n\nShe'll never prove that. So, my guess is the court, which is conservative to start, will say that state's rights apply here.
310742
If you live in a community Property state then yes you are responsible for them.  Any and all debt incurred during a marital community is the responsibility of BOTH parties.\n\nI am sorry for your loss, and best wishes for the future.
1187760
You should be untitled to everything he has if you are legally married to him and there is no prenuptial legal agreement denying you rights to what he leaves behind.  Then there is the matter of the will,  but remember no matter what the will states, as his legal wife you are intitled to at least half of everything he leaves behind.  If you don't get it contest the will 'if it's worth it'.
292964
Ask the spouse or a relative.
523523
The only way I could see them not letting you use it is if it wasn't paid in full.  Contact the cemetery, ask them what it was really about.  And you have the right to copies of anything you signed.  I have never heard of that excuse before.  I doesn't matter where he lived.  Get a copy of what you signed and if you feel they were wrong get a lawyer.  That was pretty low and thoughtless of them to tell someone something like that the day of the funeral.  I am really sorry you had to go thru something like that after losing your father.  My condolences.
766323
Depending on where you live, I am sure there would be a lot of problems. I  live in an area where many people still do bury in their yards (family cemeteries, etc) and have for hundreds of years. I would contact a lawyer if I were you to find out the exact rules.
1047765
They can protest but I believe from reading this page their attempt would most likely fail.  The will has to have physical damage or have a signature crossed out to be invalid, and if that were the case an older version of the will would be accepted, I think.
994475
You should speak with an Estate Planning Attorney:\n" to preserve your  estate in a manner that allows you, your surviving spouse and their children to have the use and benefit of their property and at the same time, protect it from creditors and estate taxes."
62413
i do taxes so i can answer this. if your husband said you could then you can. if he elected for you not to than you cant. you see. when you set up your pension you have a choice to either allow your spouse to draw all, half, or none of your pension when you die.
727030
Looks like it should have been a felony.  See sentancing guideline below:\n\nSec. 387.\n\n(1) A person, other than the burial right owner or his or her representative, heir at law, or a person having care, custody, or control of a cemetery pursuant to law, a contract, or other legal right, shall not willfully destroy, mutilate, deface, injure, or remove a tomb, monument, gravestone, or other structure or thing placed or designed for a memorial of the dead, or a fence, railing, curb, or other thing intended for the protection or for the ornament of any tomb, monument, gravestone, or other structure described in this subsection or any other enclosure for the burial of the dead and shall not willfully destroy, mutilate, remove, cut, break, or injure any tree, shrub, or plant, placed or being within such an enclosure.\n\n(2) Prosecution under subsection (1) may commence upon complaint by the burial right owner or his or her representative, heir at law, or person having care, custody, or control of a cemetery, tomb, monument, gravestone, or other structure or thing described in subsection (1).\n\n(3) If the total amount of damage is less than $200.00, a person who violates subsection (1) is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 93 days or a fine of not more than $500.00 or 3 times the amount of damage, whichever is greater, or both imprisonment and a fine.\n\n(4) If any of the following apply, a person who violates subsection (1) is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for not more than 1 year or a fine of not more than $2,000.00 or 3 times the amount of damage, whichever is greater, or both imprisonment and a fine:\n\n(a) The total amount of damage is $200.00 or more but less than $1,000.00.\n\n(b) The total amount of damage is less than $200.00 and the person has 1 or more prior convictions for committing or attempting to commit an offense under this section or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to this section.\n\n(5) If any of the following apply, a person who violates subsection (1) is guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 5 years or a fine of not more than $10,000.00 or 3 times the amount of damage, whichever is greater, or both imprisonment and a fine:\n\n(a) The total amount of damage is $1,000.00 or more but less than $20,000.00.\n\n(b) The total amount of damage is $200.00 or more but less than $1,000.00 and the person has 1 or more prior convictions for committing or attempting to commit an offense under this section. For purposes of this subdivision, however, a prior conviction does not include a conviction for a violation or attempted violation of subsection (3) or (4)(b).\n\n(6) If any of the following apply, a person who violates subsection (1) is guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment for not more than 10 years or a fine of not more than $15,000.00 or 3 times the amount of damage, whichever is greater, or both imprisonment and a fine:\n\n(a) The total amount of damage is $20,000.00 or more.\n\n(b) The total amount of damage is $1,000.00 or more but less than $20,000.00 and the person has 2 or more prior convictions for committing or attempting to commit an offense under this section. For purposes of this subdivision, however, a prior conviction does not include a conviction for a violation or attempted violation of subsection (3) or (4)(b).\n\n(7) The amounts of damage in separate incidents pursuant to a scheme or course of conduct within any 12-month period may be aggregated in determining the total amount of damage.\n\n(8) If the prosecuting attorney intends to seek an enhanced sentence based upon the defendant having 1 or more prior convictions, the prosecuting attorney shall include on the complaint and information a statement listing the prior conviction or convictions. The existence of the defendant's prior conviction or convictions shall be determined by the court, without a jury, at sentencing or at a separate hearin
237307
no\n\nthe federal government would have to recognize the marrage and they dont at this time.\n\nif you have other ground then go ahead but not for "spouse of citizen" as a reason