Legal Question in Insurance Law in Pennsylvania

beneficiary dies

My father died 3 weeks ago. My brother died today. My brother was beneficiary on his insurance policy. Does the money go to his heirs, or my fathers heirs.


Asked on 8/22/03, 11:01 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Andrew Solomon Law Office of Andrew A. Solomon

Re: beneficiary dies

Ultimately the outcome will depend on the language of the insurance policy--however, assuming that your brother's rights vested in the proceeds from the insurance policy, at the time of your father's death, then the money would go to your brotjer's estate. I suggest you consult with an attorney to clarify the language of the insurance policy.

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Answered on 8/22/03, 11:51 pm


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