How to Get a Kansas Court to Approve a Minor’s Personal Injury Settlement
FAQ: How do I get a Kansas court to approve a minor’s personal injury settlement? Short answer: In Kansas, most settlements for a minor’s personal injury claim must be presented to a court for review and approval (or handled through a guardian or other protective procedure) to protect the child’s legal and financial interests. The […]
Read article →How to Get a Diminished Value Quote in Kansas
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws and insurance practices change. Consult a licensed Kansas attorney or an experienced appraisal professional for advice tailored to your situation. Detailed Answer “Diminished value” means the loss in a vehicle’s market value after it has been damaged in a crash […]
Read article →Life Estate Obligations in Kansas: Repairs, Maintenance, and Avoiding Waste
Understanding a Life Tenant's Duties in Kansas: Repairs, Maintenance, and Waste Quick summary: A life tenant (someone who holds a life estate) in Kansas must use the property reasonably, avoid committing waste (intentional, permissive, or ameliorative), and generally carry out ordinary repairs and upkeep. The remainderman (the person who will receive the property after the […]
Read article →Kansas Unclaimed Property: After the 90-Day Waiting Period
After the 90-Day Waiting Period: What to Expect with Kansas Unclaimed Property Claims This FAQ-style guide explains what typically happens after the Kansas State Treasurer has a 90-day waiting or review period for unclaimed property claims, what outcomes you can expect, and practical next steps. This is intended to educate — not to provide legal […]
Read article →Kansas: Evidence Needed to Prove Undue Influence or Lack of Capacity for a Will
How to Prove Undue Influence or Lack of Capacity for a Will in Kansas Short answer: To challenge a will in Kansas on grounds of lack of testamentary capacity or undue influence you need concrete, contemporaneous, or corroborating evidence that shows the testator did not understand the nature and effect of the will or that […]
Read article →How to File a Special Proceeding to Recover Foreclosure Surplus Funds in Kansas
Disclaimer: This article is educational only and not legal advice. Laws change and every case is different. Consult a Kansas attorney before taking action. Detailed Answer — Step‑by‑Step: Filing a Special Proceeding to Recover Foreclosure Surplus Funds in Kansas When a Kansas foreclosure sale produces more money than is needed to satisfy the foreclosure judgment […]
Read article →How Long Do You Have to File an Assault Claim in Kansas?
Detailed Answer Short answer: Under Kansas law, most civil assault and battery claims must be filed within two years from the date of the injury or the date you discovered (or reasonably should have discovered) the injury. This two-year limit is the general statute of limitations for personal-injury actions in Kansas. In practice, an assault […]
Read article →Can a consent order be used to skip the court hearing and distribute the sale money by agreement? — Kansas (KS)
Detailed Answer Short answer: sometimes — but only if the court can and will approve a consent order, and only to the extent the parties’ agreement does not affect the rights of non‑parties or contradict mandatory statutes. In Kansas, parties routinely present consent orders asking the court to enter an agreed judgment or to approve […]
Read article →How do I force my sibling to give me a copy of our parents’ estate plan in KS after he ignored my formal request?
Detailed answer This answer explains, under Kansas law, what you can do if a sibling refuses to give you a copy of your parents’ estate plan after you made a formal request. The steps and rights depend on whether your parents are alive or have already died, and on whether the document you seek is […]
Read article →How long does it usually take to get an out-of-state will approved in Kansas (KS) probate?
FAQ: How long does it usually take to get an out-of-state will approved under Kansas law? Detailed answer — what to expect and why timelines vary This answer explains how Kansas handles an out-of-state (foreign) will and gives realistic timeline ranges. It uses a hypothetical: an individual who died domiciled in another state but who […]
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