Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California
wrongful death case
should the money from an insurnace
settle become part of the deceased will?
Asked on 10/09/07, 11:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Mitchell Roth
MW Roth, Professional Law Corporation
Re: wrongful death case
No. In California the wrongful death cause of action belongs to the survivors. The only funds that belong to the estate are those funds awarded to reimburse the estate for out of pocket damages.
Answered on 10/09/07, 11:46 pm