An elder abuse attorney in Ca. charged 6k per mo., and I was running out of $ fast, I paid 60 /70k ran out of $ and he walked.

I don't practice in CA, but typically a lawyer is not allowed to walk away from a court case unless the judge authorizes the withdrawal. Also...

Can I contest my Disability ruling, although I was ruled 100% Disabled but with NO benefits?

A person who is disabled for private employer status isn't necessarily SS disabled. A person who is SS disabled is entitled to SS Disability if...

If someone is complaining about you don't you have the right to know what they are saying about you?

Your mother can ask but isn't entitled to know the complaint or tenant unless the landlord plans to bring action against your mom.

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I'm in need of medicaid planning help for a family member. We have met with one attorney in the Twin Cities area...

$5,000 would be a very reasonable fee to develop a Medicaid plan in my area w/o including implementing the plan or applying for Medicaid

Depends on both the terms of the POA and the circumstances of the court case. Ideally you should attend court as well and explain that you want...

How far do the durable POA go concerning my mother and do I inherit her bills if she has a living spouse?

The spouse almost surely will control the funeral unless your mom sees a local elder law attorney to prepare appropriate documents governing...

How does financial separation of funds work if your husband has Parkinsons and might need a skilled nursing facility.

You don't. While that may sound flip, my point is that separating funds is not beneficial. There are options to protect amounts for the spouse...

How to have someone involuntary committed for mental evaluation

Your post raises many issues. Commitment may involve psychiatric issues or simply entry to a dementia unit. I strongly recommend consulting a...

Have a parent that is currently in a nursing home. Nursing home is suggesting utilizing Medicaid. Should he sign over assets?

NEVER sign over assets to anyone w/o first consulting a local elder law attorney. There almost surely are advantageous ways to get some benefit...

Need laws as to allowing room mate/aide to live in a FOXFIRE condo of single dying person. Abuses are out of hand, any ideas?

You could try the local legal services office.