What if an estate disputes a relative’s creditor claim? | NC

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Q: What happens if a relative files a creditor claim against an estate and the estate disputes it? A: Under North Carolina law, the relative is treated like any other creditor. Being family does not make the claim valid, and it does not make it invalid. The personal representative should review whether the claim was filed on time, whether it is in writing, whether it explains the amount or…