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Brother died. Survived by our mother and me. No will. No valuable property. How to get Letters of administration

Elan's answer | Answered on April 09, 2014

Your mother is an interested party in the estate. She will have to consent to your appointment and/or be served with a citation if she doesn't...

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Bought duplex for 25k at auction. Last sale 55k. Put 5k in and now rent for $1300/mo. Cost basis for depreciation on taxes?

Elan's answer | Answered on April 09, 2014

You need to consult with your accountant who will be in a better position to answer these questions.

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My wife and myself have signed a separation agreement . Her attorney will not filed the divorce papers. What can I do

Elan's answer | Answered on April 09, 2014

If there is a full agreement on all issues, your own attorney can file the required papers to complete the divorce. Whether it's an issue of money...

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Filing for divorce

Elan's answer | Answered on November 07, 2013

Your wife may be entitled to free representation and/or you might be required to pay her legal fees, depending on your respective incomes. I would...

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What can I expect to receive if i get a settelment

Elan's answer | Answered on November 07, 2013

Very difficult to answer without more information. Is this a workers' compensation claim or do you have a lawsuit seeking damages due to someone's...

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Slip and fall witness question

Elan's answer | Answered on September 04, 2013

If you were acting in the course of your employment, your employer should be assuming all responsibility for your actions. As a witness, you may be...

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If I am currently seperated from my husband and in the beginning process of going through a divorce, is it legal for him to ...

Elan's answer | Answered on August 30, 2013

If the actions you describe are barred by the order of protection, that he's violating it and if you have proof of the violation, you should report...

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I fell on a high school property. I slipped on a hose and sewer drain cover. I tore the ligaments in my dominant shoulder.

Elan's answer | Answered on August 07, 2013

You don't indicate when the accident occurred--but if you fell on school property you need to file a notice of claim within 90 days of the accident...

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I was injured on the job 10 years ago. I settled my case however recently doctors are finding my injuries sustained worsen and I

Elan's answer | Answered on August 07, 2013

You need to consult with your workers' compensation attorney and get the answers to your questions.

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Does each one of my injuries have its own set amount for pain and suffering?

Elan's answer | Answered on August 02, 2013

The policy would cover all injuries sustained up to the limit of the policy. You were certainly seriously injured. If you don't have an attorney,...

Elan Wurtzel's Answers (130)

Brother died. Survived by our mother and me. No will. No valuable property. How to get Letters of administration

Bought duplex for 25k at auction. Last sale 55k. Put 5k in and now rent for $1300/mo. Cost basis for depreciation on taxes?

My wife and myself have signed a separation agreement . Her attorney will not filed the divorce papers. What can I do

Filing for divorce

What can I expect to receive if i get a settelment

Slip and fall witness question

If I am currently seperated from my husband and in the beginning process of going through a divorce, is it legal for him to ...

I fell on a high school property. I slipped on a hose and sewer drain cover. I tore the ligaments in my dominant shoulder.

I was injured on the job 10 years ago. I settled my case however recently doctors are finding my injuries sustained worsen and I

Does each one of my injuries have its own set amount for pain and suffering?