Definitions Flashcards
1
Q
Lineal Heir
A
a person that stems from one another in a generational line that includes the decedent
2
Q
Collateral Heir
A
stem not from one another, but from a common ancestor (brothers, sisters, aunt, unlces)
3
Q
Per Stirpes
A
FL is a strict per stirpes jurisdiction
- each branch of family below decedent will receive an equal share, even if the first person in the branch is also dead
4
Q
Per Capita
A
FLORIDA DOES NOT FOLLOW PER CAPITA DISTRIBUTION
