How and where can I get legal help in my area?

nelf.org and naela.org

Is it legal to suspend power while 80 year old Mom is in Rehab facility, niece and son live in home free?

Maybe. I'd consult a lawyer first because depending on facts you could be opening yourself up to liability.

CAREGIVER FOR MOTHER, SHE IS IN HOME HOSPICE CARE IN HOME, HAS DEMENTIA on AHCCS..WHAT ARE MY RIGHTS WITH APS INVESTIGATION?

You don't have any right to information regarding an APS investigation. The investigation can result in anything from no action to criminal...

Thanks for the advice. I'm more interested in whether I would have pay money back to Medicaid.

As I noted, Medicaid may not force repayment of properly paid Medicaid benefits while the Med recipient is living. Medicaid has a claim against...

As agent under POA you don't have rights over the principal. Instead you have authority to act for the principal as provided in the POA but the...

Sounds like you could be subject of criminal case, civil case to replace the checks you signed w/o authority, and/or elder abuse investigation. To...

Do I need an attorney to petition the court for an audit of a siblings power of attorney

While any individual can represent him/herself in court, you have a much better chance of success if you consult a local elder law attorney.

Don't Know What to Do?

You desperately need to get individual advice for your situation from an experienced local elder law attorney.

All income just covers Assisted Living the suit will take away all money to pay for care. Can a company do that?

If you ignore the suit, it is possible that kids could have liability and/or your mother could lose her place in assisted living although it also...

My mom was on medicaid and she dies 3 years ago. Her house is fixing to be forclosed on and Medicaid send me a letter that the

Consult a local elder law attorney. Do it right and you'll have no problems. Do it wrong and Medicaid may be able to go after you personally.