Q: My uncle changed my grandma’s will without her consent after she suffered from a stoke which caused brain damage.
How can I take action to be able to get my inheritance that she told me I would receive when she was coherent?
A: If your grandma is still alive, you would need to become your grandma’s conservator to assess whether your uncle has taken undue advantage of her and to perhaps revoke her Will if you discover she was mentally incompetent at the time she signed it. You can also wait until after she dies to contest the Will. Either way, it will cost a lot of money and take a lot of time going through the probate process. Are you sure of your facts and are you willing to invest in a lawsuit against your grandma and perhaps your uncle? Call a probate attorney such as myself for specific advice and recommendations.
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