Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Pennsylvania

Life insurance proceeds are covered by contract law - that means that if the policy names beneficiaries, the beneficiaries are entitled to the proceeds, and the proceeds are not part of the estate. If no beneficiaries are named, the proceeds are paid to and become part of the estate. The estate would be governed by Will provisions if there was one, or by intestate law if there was no will.

There should be an executor or administrator who is handling the estate administration. That person has to follow the law.

If your husband things that his rights have been compromised, he should consult with an estates lawyer.

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