A year ago my mom fell and broke her femur, I also think there is more health issues. She can not live alone anymore.

Consult an elder law attorney ASAP and possibly a geriatric care manager to discuss options. You have no obligation to put your life on hold. If...

Can my mother deed her property over to me if she has Medicare / Medicaid ?

Your mother certainly can gift her property to whomever she wishes but a gift will trigger a Medicaid disqualification period unless eligible for a...

We are being harassed by a law firm trying to collect a debt owed by an elderly family member. Not liable. Do we have recourse?

A law firm that seeks to collect a so-called debt improperly is liable for damages, but whether collection is improper is very fact sensitive and...

By signing power of attorney, will I be financially responsible for a sick brother who is disabled.

If your brother is competent he can give power of attorney. You can't do power of attorney for him, however. If you accept POA from your brother...

A trust [other than very unusual entity/trusts like tax qualified benefit plans] can't be served a subpoena because a trust is a fiduciary...

What is the best way to give back gifted money to prearrange a funeral?

Giving back your gift will not necessarily reverse potential penalties although a return of all gifts during the look back period should avoid...

Your sister-in-law can do most whatever she likes unless you get counsel to enforce any rights you may have. Of course, if the trust is an...

I am about to be beneficiary from a class action lawsuit I am on Medicare and Medicaid can they take the money?

Medicaid and Medicare probably do not have claims on the law suit recovery because it sounds like it is for a personal injury claim of your father....

Can I get a copy of my mother's will if she is not deceased. She is hospitalized and currently not in her correct state of mind.

You have no right to see your mother's will unless you hold power of attorney or become guardian. Lawrence Friedman, Bridgewater, NJ. Certified...

85 yr old friend asked for help w/ checking account. Eventually was able to contact out of state family. Threat made by in-law.

Consider a consultation with an elder law attorney. Although you think your friend is of sound mind, the banking issues may indicate otherwise. ...