How to pass on an inheritance

This is absolutely an area where your mother needs to consult with an experienced elder law attorney ASAP. Which option(s) may be best for her...

The death of a parent often brings many hard feelings between family members. Legally, the reading of a Will is a ceremony which almost never...

Service of citation in guardianship?

Please read the Citation from the Probate Court very carefully and follow the instructions. You will see that the alleged incapacitated person must...

My mother is in a nursing home my sister has power of attorney?

Generally speaking, a power of attorney allows your sister, as the "attorney in fact," the right to maintain property for the benefit of your...

Dad [mass resident] died from seafood poison in new orleans, while on holiday; can i sue in mass?

I'm changing the practice area to personal injury, since you need to consult with an attorney who practices in that area. More information will...

Power of attorney bought himself a house?

This sounds like it could well be elder financial abuse, particularly if your mother's judgement may be impaired. I suggest you consult with an...

My Mother is a narcissist & anti social. How do we safeguard a substantial estate from her ?

It's possible that the severity of the personality disorder may impair her thinking. However, that is a very difficult and expensive thing to...

See if eligible for widows benefits?

In addition to Attorney Carrier's answer, if your current spouse is to mentally disabled to represent himself, the Court will appoint someone to...

How can I get advice family member in nursing home but deed is not in kids name

This is not a question which can be answered here, because the answer depends on the very specific facts of your father's legal and financial...

Can pedestrians in daylight politely decline police a stop and identify but answer any other questions

Thank you for selecting me. However, I am an elder law attorney and cannot answer your questions. I suggest you direct your questions to a...