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My child currently have funds in a blocked account in the probate courthouse. Funds from a lawsuit.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 22, 2014

I don't practice in AL, but I am sure the rules are the same everywhere. A minor's funds belong to the minor. Before the minor is of age the funds...

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In new York state, how does a person go about claiming interest into a estate of late parents, half sister is renting out

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 21, 2014

Take a copy of the form you signed to a probate attorney and discuss the situation. If you don't have a copy one should have been filed in the...

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Should I file taxes for my deceased mom?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 20, 2014

You have already had a face to face consultation with a lawyer so I don't quite understand why you are asking a question on Avvo. In general, it is...

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How does a person in the state of Texas, file to probate a will, and before going into court for the first time, is able to

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 20, 2014

There is not enough information in the question to allow for a precise answer. I can guess that the person was named as executor in the will and...

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I need help as what to do with property left to me by widowed parent . An what to file. I want to do everything myself.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

Take Mr. Deloury's advice. Hire a probate lawyer. This is not a job for a do-it-yourselfer. It costs a lot more in legal fees to clean up a mess...

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Whar is the advantage of having a trust besides by passing probate??

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

Another potential benefit of a trust is that it can protect your assets from a Medicaid lien if you have to go into a nursing home in the future....

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How do you figure pain and suffering in a medical mis-diagnosis case (State of Virginia)?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

I agree with Mr. Lassen that the damages you describe are unlikely to justify the work and expense of a medical malpractice action. If you are...

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Do I need an attorney? I received a letter from my deceased Mother's pension requesting information regarding my Father.

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 19, 2014

There is no way to answer your question intelligently without seeing the pension plan itself and any documents your mother may have signed in...

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Can lawyer punish me by not paying me settlement, because I was dissatisfied with amount and complained about expenses?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 18, 2014

Your lawyer would be insane to try to punish you in such a way. He could lose his license. Just be patient, and if you have concerns, have a calm...

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Am I able to sue my obgyn?

Joseph's answer | Answered on March 18, 2014

I am very sorry this happened- it has happened in my own family and I know how devastating it is. However, It would probably be impossible to prove...

Joseph Jonathan Brophy's Answers (4068)

My child currently have funds in a blocked account in the probate courthouse. Funds from a lawsuit.

In new York state, how does a person go about claiming interest into a estate of late parents, half sister is renting out

Should I file taxes for my deceased mom?

How does a person in the state of Texas, file to probate a will, and before going into court for the first time, is able to

I need help as what to do with property left to me by widowed parent . An what to file. I want to do everything myself.

Whar is the advantage of having a trust besides by passing probate??

How do you figure pain and suffering in a medical mis-diagnosis case (State of Virginia)?

Do I need an attorney? I received a letter from my deceased Mother's pension requesting information regarding my Father.

Can lawyer punish me by not paying me settlement, because I was dissatisfied with amount and complained about expenses?

Am I able to sue my obgyn?