What happens if you are in critical condition and have no one to make choices for you?

In Massachusetts no one automatically acts on your behalf in a medical emergency if you do not have a health care proxy in place. This includes...

When I receive my inheritance can ssi and Medicaid take it? How can I protect my inheritance so I can leave to my family?

It is great that you and your father are discussing this now. All too often people leave these questions until it is too late to really plan for...

Can I subpoena someone to produce a will without an attorney ?

There is no requirement in Massachusetts to have a will filed with the probate court if probate is not being opened. If there were no probate...

I agree with Attorney Callahan's reply. I also want to note that anything that someone receives as payment for serving as a Personal...

An adult (18+) may become guardian of a minor child (under age 18) in Massachusetts, however, the child must already be living in Massachusetts in...

What rights do I have to information as my father's POA?

You being your father's POA does not entitle you to a third person's personal information. A health care proxy is only activated once someone is...

What are my father's rights to information pertaining to his wife who was admitted to a nursing home with no POA in place?

If there is no power of attorney and she no longer has the legal capacity to sign a power of attorney, then a conservatorship is appropriate in...

Can I view a quit claim deed online ?

Yes, you can view a deed at masslandrecords.com.

I agree with the previous responses that having an attorney involved may redirect your sister's energies. I also think that you should close the...

How do I find out if my mom quitclaimed to my brother and sister am I as a 3rd beneficiary still a 1/3 rd if the home sells?

If the deed properly transfers the property, then it will not matter whether or not the will references the property. You can look up deeds on...