Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
I am named as beneficiary on a life insurance policy.I need certified-authorized copy of the death certificate.Here in CA
I do not qualify to get one,only the next of kin,I am only a friend.The insurance company needs an official certified copy.
The decedents next of kin(daughters) will not give me a copy,they live in NY.County records will only give informational certificate,
which is not valid for the life insurance benefit.What is my next step?
1 Answer from Attorneys
It is unfortunate that designated beneficiary is not recognized as a category of persons who should be able to get a death certificate. I believe an attorney representing you is authorized to obtain the record you need (assuming we are talking about a CA death certificate). I would contact an attorney in your area and pay him or her to assist you.
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