After a plaintiff obtained a MeTC decision; the defendant dies during appeal; counsel files a death certificate and cannot substitute heirs. What remedy should the plaintiff seek to move the case forward and recover the money?

• A. File a motion for default judgment.
• B. File a petition for settlement of the estate and appointment of an administrator or executor.
• C. Ask for a new trial on the ground of death.
• D. Request dismissal and refile the case later.

Answer: (B)