My brother is on SSD&will receive a lump sum death benefit. They are taking fed taxes out does he now have to file tax return?

Yes he does. He needs to set up a special needs trust, and put the benefit in the trust to avoid jeopardizing the SSD.

Can i sue for funeral expenses

You would need to file a claim against the estate in SC. You may be too late. Call an SC lawyer.

Can I legally remove my spouse from my insurance?

This is a matter to be determined in the divorce decree.

How much should it cost to file a Small Estate tax return (much less than $30,000) in New York?

You do not need to file an estate tax return. The estate is too small. You do need to file her final return. That is for the part year she was...

You can bring a small claims case. But for the $100 or so, probably not worth it.

How can I get someone to pay me back for my service?

If he got the money back on a stop payment and did not forward to you then you would have a claim. However, you were paid when the client gave the...

Some family member called my son and said i called acs on them whuch i did not can i take them to court for harrasing me

No. There are no damages. And, calling ACS is the right of anyone.

Can I transfer my business to my son (21) or daughter (19) to increase my the chances of getting a loan

You can transfer your business, but there are tax and other issues to doing do. Before doing anything, talk to your banker to see if it would make...

What should i do? what legal recouse do I have?

No one can withdraw from a case without your consent. Write both lawyers and say you do not consent to withdrawal. The issue is whether the "free...

Can missing a deadline for an administrative appeal be considered "all administrative remedies exhausted"??

No. If you miss a deadline, you have no right of appeal.