I kept my dad's ss check for years after he died. He told me because I was hid daughter I could. I'm 63 years old now.

It is illegal to collect Social Security which was paid to a dead person. People have gone to jail for this. At a minimum you should expect to be...

I have a very old neighbor. He got sick and went to the hospital. He has no kids and wife has passed. He had all sorts of

Thank you for being a caring neighbor. First, who is "they?" Second, if he wants to talk with a lawyer, there are some good elder law...

SSI and turning 18

As an aside, I just want to post a friendly suggestion that if you have not done so already, please meet with an elder law attorney to discuss...

Does Massachusetts MANDATE a GAL for legal guardians/conservators>

I'm sorry -- I don't recognize which form you're talking about and a substantial portion of my practice is dedicated to...

2 heirs to estate in probate, no will, to split in half. Plan is atty for ea heir to be co-reps. Cheaper alternative?

Yes, you could do things yourself for minimal cost (assuming that you know how to follow the applicable probate and tax laws.). But that requires...

Hello, I am on the Deed to my House-My son is the MTG Holder. I am 75 years old.

If you apply for MassHealth to pay for the cost of nursing care or care in your home, the government could file a lien against the house....

Dad died no insurance, medical bills are coming in, what happens to the house I lived in the house w/him.

I'm sorry for your loss. You are not personally responsible for your father's debts. However, the debts need to be paid from his estate before...

The critical question is whether and when a probate was ever opened for your step-grandfather's estate. MassHealth has until the later of one year...

Is it better to file a QUIET TITLE through superior court or an average court setting?

You are probably not going to be able to find an attorney to take this matter on a pro bono basis. Check the "Find a Lawyer" section of AVVO and...

Can I challenge a GAL's report?

A GAL's report can always be challenged; however, you have to know how to do so. You may want to talk to another attorney who does probate...