MassHealth's claim can only be exercised through a probate process. If mother's remaining assets are in trust, or name beneficiaries, MassHealth...

Some specialised annuities can make it possible to qualify for medicaid under the asset rules for long-term care, where there is a community...

If your Uncle is in nursing home, you should consult an attorney who handles medicaid applications. Yes, he might qualify, even if he owns a...

The bank probably wants a tax i.d. number. There is no inheritance tax, provided the estate really qualified for voluntary administration. A tax...

On the facts as you describe, your brother's heirs will divide his share. But the important thing to realise is that you will need to probate your...

This was a bad idea from the start. I'm sorry. I know it didn't feel like a bad idea, but the rules are complex, and often counterintuitive. Please...

You are absolutely correct. On the facts as you state them, the will does not control, because the property is not part of the probate estate. Tell...

Yes! There is no reason why your trust should not own your personal property! In my practice, I have my clients sign a formal document transferring...

A will only governs property that has no beneficiaries named. If there are beneficiaries on an account, that account will not be affected by the...

If tenancy is really in common (this depends on the exact language of the deed) between your mother and your sister, your mother's interest will...