Inheritance

Sisters claiming a share in a business

Q: Whilst my father in law was alive he had a property and business which he gave to his two sons legally. Then both brothers decided to spilt, so again legally my husband gave his brother his share and paid him out.

My father in law at that time told my husband that when he gathers enough money, he will give his seven daughters 3000 each. My father in law passed away last year. Now when giving them 3 000 the sisters are saying that they are entitled to a share in the business and property because their dad built it. Islamically are they?

Inheritance

Q: Kindly inform us regarding the distribution of inheritance based on the following. Deceased left wife, mother, infant daughter and a sister.

Inheriting from one's non-Muslim father before embracing Islam

Q: There is a lady who inherited money from her non-Muslim father many years ago. The inheritance was distributed according to government law in Portugal.

The lady has moved to South Africa after accepting Islam. The inheritance was given to her while she was a Muslim.

She currently stays with her husband here but they are struggling financially. What should she do with the money? Can she keep it or should she give it away? If it's the latter option, to whom should she give it to?