Legal Question in Family Law in New Jersey
death and custody
my son passed away from an accidental overdose. I had physical and residential custody of him. His mother who didn't want him hence why I had custody is trying to sue me for his belongings. Who has the right to them?
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: death and custody
I agree with Mr. Moore, you should split them.
Re: death and custody
horrible. i am so sorry to hear that. the death of a child is horrible.
Please call me, and I will be happy to discuss this. It is not likely that any of his things has any real value. There are a couple of issues to talk about, should not take long.
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Re: death and custody
If he had no children and was not married and had no will his parents would share his estate eqaually unless
one of you has some special entitlement to an items or items.
Call me if you like.
Gary Moore, Esquire
Hackensack, New Jersey
www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com