Questions answered by Denise Leydon Harvey

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Is it ok to take 20% off the appraised price of a house to get a quick sale to settle the estate in pa.

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

I agree with Attorney Sweeney. As executor / personal representative you have an obligation to the estate / heirs to maximize their interests.

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Can I renounce my 50 percent interest in estate and have it all go to my brother?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

Please consult with an attorney before you do anything. Your creditors could claim that your renunciation was a fraudulent transfer for the...

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Can my roommate evict me from my room in our apartment without a 30 day notice, even if I was planning to pay rent on time?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

I agree with Attorney Campbell, particularly where you were gone only a week, and returned before the rent was due - Get out

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Is this worth anything to follow up on? it happen so many years ago

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

I agree with the other answers, but also - do you know that he was not compensated for the idea back then?

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My grandmother died. My sister and brother were given a third of her estate. My brother passed away and did not deposit (cont.)

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

First, I am sorry for your losses. Second, I agree with Attorney Pyke. Because there is some legalese in his answer that may be difficult to...

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Does taking yourself off of your mortgaged homestead property affect your Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care in Florida?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 28, 2013

My initial response is Yes, it will very likely affect your eligibility. You and your children are likely tenants in common, meaning that you each...

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How can I legally have guardianship rights over my nephew if something happens to my sister?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 27, 2013

Other counsel are correct. Your sister's designation of you in her will only goes so far. The father has superior rights as a matter of law. ...

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My brother passed away in Fl. , his only son inherited his estate consisting of two lots [side by side]. He's in MCI [PRISON]

Denise's answer | Answered on August 27, 2013

I agree with Attorney Fein. It's unclear whether you want the money back, or you want to protect the lots or whether you believe you purchased the...

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Do I have a case against my employer?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 27, 2013

This is more of an employment law question than an elder law question. I suggest you change the practice heading and repost. I would also suggest...

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How can I make Dust Off less accessible to teens? Who can I hold responsible for my son in laws recent death from Dust Off?

Denise's answer | Answered on August 26, 2013

I am so sorry for your tragic loss. This is not really a probate or professional responsibility (which is more like legal malpractice) question. ...

Denise Leydon Harvey's Answers (881)

Is it ok to take 20% off the appraised price of a house to get a quick sale to settle the estate in pa.

Can I renounce my 50 percent interest in estate and have it all go to my brother?

Can my roommate evict me from my room in our apartment without a 30 day notice, even if I was planning to pay rent on time?

Is this worth anything to follow up on? it happen so many years ago

My grandmother died. My sister and brother were given a third of her estate. My brother passed away and did not deposit (cont.)

Does taking yourself off of your mortgaged homestead property affect your Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care in Florida?

How can I legally have guardianship rights over my nephew if something happens to my sister?

My brother passed away in Fl. , his only son inherited his estate consisting of two lots [side by side]. He's in MCI [PRISON]

Do I have a case against my employer?

How can I make Dust Off less accessible to teens? Who can I hold responsible for my son in laws recent death from Dust Off?