Questions answered by Matthew D Rasmussen

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Should the annuity be brought back into the estate, and considered an asset of the estate, because it existed at time of death?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

Interesting question. You should speak to an attorney about this probate issue, if you haven't done so already. I'd need to know more information...

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What is the process to get the compensation reduced

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

The best thing to do is reach out to the other attorney (either by yourself or with your own counsel) to determine whether an application to the...

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Can credit companies force the sale of a jointly owned home in NJ to satisfy outstanding debt?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 17, 2016

Theodore: I disagree. We don't have enough information to answer whether the house will automatically pass to the daughter. In fact, I very much...

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What and How can I help to keep family member bills and affairs taken care of ? In case of worse case , What do I do next ?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 17, 2016

You need to have a guardianship proceeding begin, perhaps even to the point of investigating an involuntary commitment. Please reach out to an...

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What is the easiest way and least expensive way to go?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 13, 2016

This sounds like a situation where you and your family could probably engage an attorney on a pretty limited basis and for a flat fee. That way...

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How do I protect that money from NJ Medicaid as she will have to go into long term care permanently.

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 13, 2016

Medicaid regulations are growing more complicated by the day. You do not want to be in a position where you are navigating them alone. Meet with...

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Need a local attorney

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 07, 2016

Application or defense? There are a number of things to consider depending on the facts. The application in some instances can even endanger...

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I am a Superstorm Sandy Victim and have been bullied by my contractor and he WON'T let me fire him

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 07, 2016

You need to speak with an attorney ASAP. The court process takes time and you are running out of it.

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Can children challenge beneficiary? What is the % of success?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 07, 2016

Yes, you do have rights. The extent of those rights is dependent on other facts not presented. Set an appointment with an attorney to iron out...

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As a matter of law, is testimony offered to contradict an unambiguous article of an uncontested will admissible?

Matthew's answer | Answered on February 07, 2016

Extremely interesting fact pattern. You may be a candidate for summary judgment based on some additional facts. You should meet with an attorney...

Matthew D Rasmussen's Answers (140)

Should the annuity be brought back into the estate, and considered an asset of the estate, because it existed at time of death?

What is the process to get the compensation reduced

Can credit companies force the sale of a jointly owned home in NJ to satisfy outstanding debt?

What and How can I help to keep family member bills and affairs taken care of ? In case of worse case , What do I do next ?

What is the easiest way and least expensive way to go?

How do I protect that money from NJ Medicaid as she will have to go into long term care permanently.

Need a local attorney

I am a Superstorm Sandy Victim and have been bullied by my contractor and he WON'T let me fire him

Can children challenge beneficiary? What is the % of success?

As a matter of law, is testimony offered to contradict an unambiguous article of an uncontested will admissible?