It's sometimes possible, but the trust needs to be reviewed by a qualified attorney. The idea of returning to the attorney who drafted is a good...

Do I have to pay a fee for contesting a petition filed in probate without a will ?

My colleagues ask good questions and have provided good advice. Additional facts are required that will change the answer to your question. ...

Should a nursing home be responsible for the mental health of their residents and their safety?

I don't understand why the nursing home will not abide by your husband's authority as guardian. He should be able to determine who is allowed to...

If we change the beneficiary to me, when he passes, will that life ins benefit be sought by Medicaid?

If it is a term policy, there should be no issue. If there is cash value in the policy, there would likely be a "gift" within 5 years that would...

He'd be crazy to sign it over under the circumstances described. Probate court would have record of guardianship. Even if she has guardianship,...

This sounds extremely frustrating for you. The only thing I would question is whether you have anything to lose by dismissing and for this reason...

How can someone keep a elderly person on the bathroom floor for 5 hours and get away with it?

The facts provided do not allow me to draw enough factual conclusions to provide any definitive answer. Being wet and on the floor for 5 hours...

Can an attorney give private details of your case to a sibling without your permission?

While there is no attorney-client privilege in third party discussions with the attorney, the attorney should have been careful to limit his...

While I agree with Attorney Sweeney that it is difficult to advise you without complete documents, typically the failure to follow through with the...

How can I divorce my spouse who lives in the U.S. but I live in DR and cannot travel here to the states ?

You should be able to obtain a divorce in the D.R. Best of luck