How long does executor of an estate in NY have to follow the will? What rights do I have since my sister has 15% more than I ?

There are proceedings you can bring in Surrogate's court to probate the Will if it hasn't been probated yet, or to compel the executor to act if it...

I was left a house cant probate the will and was told if I pay taxes and live in it for 7 years it would be mine. True or not?

If the lady died owing Medicaid more than the house is worth they are liable to put a lien on the house and foreclose it. Medicaid's rights come...

Is a will legal that was dictated and signed one day before the person became unresponsive?

In the profession we call such a will a deathbed will. It can be valid. It depends on the specific circumstances. If it is offered for probate and...

Legal Malpractice

You made a big mistake not answering the complaint. Malpractice is a defense to a claim for legal fees. You can still bring a claim if the statute...

Probate distribution from Hong Kong

Probably there are no tax consequences. But probably is not good enough when it comes to taxes. Pay for the advice of a tax lawyer or a tax...

My brother and I inherited our mothers house. Its paid for. He collects SSI disability. My question is;

SSI is means tested, so if a recipient has certain resources, he or she is ineligible. You do not mention if there is anything else in the estate...

Why is it almost impossible to get a lawyer to take your case, you slipped and fell in a grocery store .

Slip and fall cases are hard because the plaintiff has to prove that the defendant had prior notice of the dangerous condition or caused it. You...

Do I have a good enough medical malpractice case to win in Texas?

Aside from the fact that you may have a statute of limitations problem, cases based on facts such as you describe are tough to win anywhere. You...

A bowel perforation is a complication that can occur in a colonoscopy even if all possible precautions are taken. That being said, usually it...

Does opposing counsel have a say as to when I want to depose witnesses?

After reading your exchange with the last lawyer who answered your question, I am not sure I should, but here goes. You are obviously unrepresented...