What to do if your sibling is stealing from you?

We see this situation every day, and suggest the following: 1) Contact a trust attorney as soon as you suspect a sibling has stolen your inheritance, 2) Allow the trust attorney to protect you and handle the situation, 3) Know that we’ve seen many families go through this experience and go on to have healthy.

Can you sue your siblings?

Siblings can sue for wrongful death in many cases if their brother or sister passed away as a result of someone else’s negligent or willful acts. However, laws regarding who can file claims vary from state to state, so whether or not they have a right to file a claim depends on where the decedent lived.

Can you sue your own sibling?

Because you are a minor, you cannot sue your brother on your own, but you can still go to court and file harassment claims against your brother and try to get court orders that he stay away from you.

Can I sue my sister?

You can sue your sibling. If your sibling does not show up, you may end up with a default judgment against him. Then you would go through the process to try to collect the debt. Whether you can put a lien on his home would depend on state law and the specific circumstances in your case and his financial situation.

Can you call the police if someone is stealing from you?

Many people have confirmed that you generally can call the police if someone in your home is stealing from you (or doing anything else illegal, for that matter). But just because you can do a thing doesn’t mean you should do it. The police are not referees or family counselors.

How do you deal with a family member who is stealing?

Part 2 of 3: Repairing the Emotional Damage 1 Consider what drove your family member to steal. People steal for many reasons. 2 Help them get treatment, if you suspect addiction. Addiction is one of the most common reasons people turn to stealing. 3 Seek counseling. 4 End the relationship if you need to.

What to do if a family member has stolen your identity?

If your family member has stolen your identity, you will need to file a police report in order to remove fraudulent information from your credit report. Reporting your family member may be difficult, but bad credit can haunt you for years, so it’s important to protect yourself from the repercussions of their crime.

What should you do if someone stole from you?

If the person who stole from you is younger than you or is the responsibility of another family member, you may need to involve them in the confrontation. If this is the case, you may want to talk to the parent or guardian before talking to the minor. They may be able to shed insight on what’s going on with the youth.