Florida Elder Law Legal Advice (105 found)

Narrow your search

Sort by  
Lee R. Carr II
Lee R. Carr II's answer
Contributor Level 3

You mention your father is on Medicaid. Although Medicaid benefits primarily...
Thomas Michael Bates
Thomas Michael Bates' answer
Contributor Level 4

I suggest you call an Elder Law attorney. Scott Solkoff in Delray Beach may...
Question

Pamela Koslyn
Best Answer: Pamela Koslyn's answer
Contributor Level 10

Hopefully the contract provides for remedies for breach including legal fees....
Eric Nissim Assouline
Eric Nissim Assouline's answer
Contributor Level 4

It sounds the man needs to file a lawsuit based on a breach of the partnership...
Question

David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

It depends on if she signed for financial liability for the spouse when the...
Dawn Marie Bates-Buchanan
Dawn Marie Bates-Buchanan's answer
Contributor Level 3

In agreement with previous answer, wife could be responsible if she signed...
Linda Joan Solash-Reed
Linda Joan Solash-Reed's answer
Contributor Level 2

Consult the Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys. You are able to search for...
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.'s answer
Contributor Level 6

In addition to above-contact the Clearwater Bar Association for a referral.
Question

David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

It depends, You can try to get an emergency guardianship and during the 30...
Lee R. Carr II
Lee R. Carr II's answer
Contributor Level 3

The answer (limited to your facts) is no. Your mom is presumed to have the...
Karen L Brady
Karen L Brady's answer
Contributor Level 4

It depends on what you mean by "protect." The typical trust most people mean...
David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

While a Living trust does not protect assets (typically), your home is...
David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

Income property is often exempt from Medicaid during your life in Florida....
Question

Douglas Ron Coenson
Douglas Ron Coenson's answer
Contributor Level 5

In the state of Florida, Powers of Attorney documents are governed by Chapter...
Geraldine Anne Brown
Geraldine Anne Brown's answer
Contributor Level 4

A valid Power of Attorney must be executed by an individual with sufficient...
Paul Arnold Nidich
Paul Arnold Nidich's answer
Contributor Level 4

I agree that you definitely need to consult a local attorney about your rights....
Question

W Russell Snyder
W Russell Snyder's answer
Contributor Level 3

Any blood relative of your friend may file a will contest but only after your...
Question

Gretchen Kelley Brantley
Gretchen Kelley Brantley's answer
Contributor Level 5

You most certainly can. Go to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's Web...
Amir A. Ladan
Amir A. Ladan's answer
Contributor Level 4

Before we can determine whether criminal charges qualify for sealing or...
Jeffrey Lawson Baxter
Jeffrey Lawson Baxter's answer
Contributor Level 5

If she is a Florida resident, her exemption would likely be used for that...
David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

Just like any other life estate, it is an asset and subject to the limitations...
Question

Dennis Michael Phillips
Dennis Michael Phillips' answer
Contributor Level 7

I suggest that you contact financial planner Don Wallace in Sarasota at (941)...
Dennis Michael Phillips
Dennis Michael Phillips' answer
Contributor Level 7

I accidentally omitted the name of elderlaw attorney Scott Wallace in my prior...
Question

Andrew Daniel Myers
Andrew Daniel Myers' answer
Contributor Level 7

Your friend's "friend"needs to be named in a civil action for breach of...
Janet Lee Brewer
Janet Lee Brewer's answer
Contributor Level 7

Report this to Florida's Adult Protective Services Dept. This action may...
David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

There are many answers to your question, the important part is to have your...
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.'s answer
Contributor Level 6

You have many choices- therefore you have many answers. Our office does an...
Dennis Michael Phillips
Dennis Michael Phillips' answer
Contributor Level 7

Technically, the life tenant is responsible for upkeep and taxes on the subject...
David Michael Goldman
David Michael Goldman's answer
Contributor Level 7

Your mom should have explored the elective share if she was disinherited....
Dennis Michael Phillips
Dennis Michael Phillips' answer
Contributor Level 7

Contact Don Wallace in Sarasota at http://elegacygroup.com. He is skilled at...
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.
Joseph Franklin Pippen Jr.'s answer
Contributor Level 6

I would also recommend a power of attorney and perhaps a living trust. Most...
Howard Woodley Bailey
Howard Woodley Bailey's answer
Contributor Level 9

I suggest that you discuss this with the lawyer, ask him to explain his...
Mark Timothy Conan
Mark Timothy Conan's answer
Contributor Level 5

I need to know the specific charge and your criminal history. If the lawyer...
Richard Eugene Ehrlich
Richard Eugene Ehrlich's answer
Contributor Level 5

Lets separate your question into two parts. First ther is the issue of your...

Ask a Question

Get free answers from real lawyers.