Alabama § 12-11-60 - Settlements of Estates.
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§ 12-11-60. Settlements of Estates.
(a) When any error of law or fact has occurred in the settlement of any estate of a decedent to the injury of any party, without any fault or neglect on his part, such party may correct such error by filing a complaint in the circuit court within two years after the final settlement thereof. The evidence filed in the probate court in relation to such settlement must be received as evidence in the circuit court, with such other evidence as may be adduced. A failure to appeal from the decree of the probate court shall not be held to be such fault or neglect as will bar the plaintiff the remedy herein provided.
(b) The limitations of subsection (a) of this section do not extend to infants or persons of unsound mind who are allowed two years after the termination of their respective disabilities, but in no case to exceed 20 years.
(c) Errors of law or fact in the settlement of accounts of guardians may be corrected in the circuit court according to the provisions of subsections (a) and (b) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 12-11-60
What does Code of Alabama § 12-11-60 cover?
Section 12-11-60 ("Settlements of Estates.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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