Q: My great-grandmother left me $6,000 in 2010 in her Will... my mother recently admitted that she kept the money .
Can I take legal action against my mom to receive the 6k?
A: If your mother stole the $6,000 that was to be distributed to you, then you may have a claim against her and you could file suit to enforce your rights. There are a number of potential complications that you would want to discuss with an attorney, including how your mother received the money on your behalf, who was administering the estate and was responsible for complying with the terms of the will, when you first learned the facts of the misappropriation of your inheritance, etc. A $6,000 dispute is a fairly small dispute, though, and it may not make economic sense to incur legal fees to pursue it. If you want to pursue your rights, however, then you should consult with an experienced probate attorney near you.
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