When a spouse goes into long term care does the remaining spouse lose their assets-annuities/house/savings are joint-401k mine

Probably loses most assets if the spouse does NOT work with an elder law attorney to protect them. Can protect house and a good chunk of other...

Estate planning - how can I have everything go to my kids and not my husband, so if he remarries, his new wife get nothing?

A will can accomplish all your goals while a trust alone cannot. However, unless you have a quality prenup, your husband may be entitled to up to...

If i work as a care giver to provide the service to my mother may i have payed vacation time

If your mother is competent, she can agree on whatever she likes provided there is no wrongdoing involved like duress. If terms are overly...

My mother inlaw is dying and has noone to take care of her needing 24 hr care i cannot do both can i draw unemploment?

Typically, unemployment benefits are not available to an employee who voluntarily quits work. Limited duration family leave is available in some...

Does a respondent (an alleged incapacitated) have the right to a lawyer/traditional legal defense in a capacity hearing?

Varies by state. For instance, in NJ the court appoints a lawyer for an alleged incapacitated person when guardianship is sought.

Nursing home sueing due to Medicaid denial. What can/should I do?

You should consult an elder law attorney ASAP regarding the nursing home suit. Not clear what that has to do with cleaning the house but an estate...

Are estate planning and elder care planning related enough for one attorney to handle both areas?

Elder law and estate planning attorneys aren't necessarily knowledgeable in one another's fields but many EL lawyers also are EP lawyers and vice...

I'm a live in caregiver in Chicago Illinois. I have no contact at all. Legally, can I leave?

Clearly, the family can't force you to be a caregiver. However, since you have been providing care you have a legal obligation to arrange your...

The simple answer is maybe. If you are willing to get divorced, you certainly need not have your mother in law live with you. If you stay...

I'm on disability and i was remove from my home of 6yearswithout being able to get my medicine out or clothing.muchmoreto thisno

You may want to consult local counsel or legal services and make a referral to adult protective services.