Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Indiana
When you receive a check from a life insurance policy as a beneficiary, is this part of the estate that is divided if not stated as such in the will of the deceased?
Asked on 2/10/10, 4:47 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Jay Rigdon
Rockhill Pinnick LLP
Proceeds from life insurance belong entirely to the beneficiary. The provisions of a will do not affect that.
Answered on 2/16/10, 6:05 am
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