Richard and Chernecky v. Richard

INTRODUCTION

Joel Richard (“Joel”), in his capacity as co-personal representative of the Estate of Edward A. Richard (“the Estate”), and Kim Chernecky (“Kim”) appeal from lower court orders that: (1) entered summary judgment in favor of Karen Richard (“Karen”) and declared a notice to creditors a nullity, because it was published one day prior to rendition of the order appointing personal representatives; and (2) denied Joel and Kim’s motions to strike Karen’s creditor claim as untimely and declared Karen’s creditor claim timely filed. 1 . We, reverse the orders- on appeal, holding that the…