How do I get custody/guardianship of one of my daughters friends who is technically a ward of the state?

You would have to go to Family Court and/or Surrogate's Court to Petition for Guardianship. You can also go to your local Department of Social...

Evicting a late rent tenant (behind) with lease expiring end of nov - should I start case now?

You should consult with an attorney. However, before you do, you should think about whether you want to have your apartment back and possibly...

How do I legally ask my boyfriend to leave my house although we've invested in home furnishings together?

Ask nicely. If that does not work, consult an attorney to assist you with an eviction. But do not change the locks without going through the...

Landlord never disclosed leaks from roof and now wants us (tenants) to pay to replace/fix it what can we do?

Does your lease state that you are responsible for repairing the roof? You need an attorney to assist you with reviewing the lease and your rights.

Can i get a power of attorney or any legal rights to my brother whose incacerated but will be coming home to a 30,000 settlement

So long as your brother consents to you being his Power of Attorney, there should be no problem. If he does not consent, then you would have to...

How do I stop the court appointing a guardian for my mother?

You should retain a guardianship attorney to oppose your brother's application. You should also ask the court to have an attorney appointed for...

There are some transfers of the home that the law permits to take place without affecting Medicaid eligibility. However, you must discuss your...

Can my niece get guardianship of my 93 yr old mother.

You should consult an attorney licensed to practice law in South Carolina. Any guardianship proceeding would have to be commenced in the state...

NYC HRA/DSS/APS have taken my fixed income and aren't paying my bills properly.

More information is needed to answer your question properly, such as why does A.P.S. have control over your income? Do you have an Article 81...

Biological sister lives with our 89 years old very healthy, sharp, independent Father she abusing him financially-what can I do?

If you believe that financial abuse is occurring, you can contact Adult Protective Services in your area to report it. There are also a number of...