Generally, an ITF designation on a bank account is not a completed gift, because the account owner can change his or her mind and the beneficiary...

How can an executor of a trust be appointed once the majority has voted the original out? majority rules? or unanomous vote?

It will depend on the terms of the will or trust and the law of the state with jurisdiction over the will or trust. I'm not sure which it is,...

In what states can an adult sue for injuries received when they where a minor and their parents signed a release form for them?

You would need to check with the particular states the minor may have lived in and see what authority the parents had under their state's law to...

Beneficiary of Life Insurance

To add to the previous answer, it may also depend on the wording of the beneficiary designation (were the four children named, or did it say my...

Changing "At Will" State Statues in Arizona - What can I do?

Most likely, it would take an act of the legislature to change the current statute or revise a controlling court decision. You might check with...

A question about Medicaid access to SNT assets

This is a question that depends on the state's Medicaid rules. You should contact an experienced elder law attorney in the state in question. ...

Is a hospital bill consider a mean tested public benefit?

Means-tested public benefits include things like supplemental security income (SSI) and Medicaid. A hospital bill would be a private debt. Good...

Brother passed away with no spouse, children or will.

According to Ohio's intestacy laws (see below), your father would be the sole heir unless your mother is living. You should talk with a lawyer...

Power of Attorney

You should consult with an elder law attorney in your area. I assume that Medicaid is paying for the nursing home. Whether any rental income must...

Generally, the executor's job is to follow the testator's wishes, as expressed in his or her will. If all of the beneficiaries agree to modify the...