How you will receive settlement funds in Oregon
How you will receive settlement funds after an insurance company issues a check — Oregon FAQ Short answer: How you actually receive settlement money depends on whether you have an attorney, whether the check is payable to you alone or jointly (for example, to you and your lawyer or to you and a medical provider), […]
Read article →Challenging a Suspected Forged Will in Oregon
Can I challenge a will I believe is forged? A step-by-step guide under Oregon law Short answer: Yes — you can challenge a will you believe is forged, but you must act quickly, gather strong evidence, and follow Oregon probate procedures. This article explains the typical grounds, the steps to take in Oregon, what evidence […]
Read article →How to Submit an Original Will to an Oregon Probate Court When You Live Out of State
Detailed Answer This guide explains, in plain language, what to do if you hold the original will of a deceased person and live outside Oregon but need to submit that will to an Oregon probate court. It assumes the decedent had a connection to Oregon (for example, Oregon was their domicile or they owned property […]
Read article →How to Confirm an Original Will in Oregon
Detailed Answer — How to confirm a will is the original document under Oregon law When you get a document that is claimed to be a decedent's will, the most important first question is whether you have the original signed paper (the “original”) or only a copy. Under Oregon law, courts generally expect the original […]
Read article →Oregon — What to Do If an Original Will Is Lost or Damaged in the Mail
Can a will mailed to the courthouse but lost or damaged in transit still be probated in Oregon? Short answer Yes — but you may need to prove the will’s contents and that the decedent did not revoke it. Oregon law allows the court to admit a will even if the original is lost or […]
Read article →Recovering Surplus Funds After a Tax Sale in Oregon
Detailed answer — How surplus funds are handled after an Oregon tax sale Short answer: When a county sells a property at a tax foreclosure sale in Oregon, the sale proceeds first pay the costs of the sale, the past-due taxes, interest, and any superior liens. Any remaining money (the surplus or overage) can belong […]
Read article →Oregon: What Financial Powers Can a Power of Attorney Grant?
Detailed Answer When you sign a financial power of attorney (POA) in Oregon, you give the named agent (also called an attorney-in-fact) authority to act for you in financial and legal matters described in the document. The specific powers depend on the language you use in the POA. Oregon law that governs powers of attorney […]
Read article →Oregon: Asserting a Right of Survivorship to Claim More Foreclosure Surplus Funds
Can a right of survivorship in a deed increase your share of foreclosure surplus funds? Disclaimer This article explains general principles of Oregon property and foreclosure law. It is educational only and not legal advice. For help asserting a claim to surplus funds or filing court papers, consult a licensed Oregon attorney. Detailed answer — […]
Read article →Oregon: When Can Trust/Escrow Funds Be Released Before a Deed Is Recorded?
Detailed Answer — How Oregon law treats release of funds held in trust when a deed is not yet recorded When money is being held in trust or by an escrow holder as part of a real estate transaction, Oregon law and common practice focus on three separate legal concepts: (1) whether title to the […]
Read article →Do I Have to Attend an Oregon Court Hearing for a Minor Settlement? What to Expect
Will I Need to Attend the Court Hearing for a Minor Settlement, and What Should I Expect? Disclaimer: This article explains general Oregon procedures and is for informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed Oregon attorney about your specific case. Detailed Answer — How Oregon handles minor settlements and whether you […]
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