How long do i have to claim back SSI payments for my deceased mother?

Standard rules for retroactive payments are given for up to 12 months before you applied for benefits if you can prove that mom was already...

If your father has capacity, then he is able to decide whether your brother can live with him or not. The POA means you are to follow your father's...

Your mother will need to meet with an elder law attorney to consider what options are available to her at this point. The goal of the appointment...

Can legal guardian allow more visitation than stated in a court order?

This sounds like a custody issue. The short answer is that you should always follow the order given as closely as possible. That said, if there are...

Can FBI Investigation follow life insurance fraud/scam through drugging of elderly signature of living family with us still?

State and federal authorities will pursue allegations of elder abuse like you ones you describe. If your mother has capacity, I strongly recommend...

Can I assume all responsibility over a family property without being on the deed?

The goal should be to get everyone on the same page as your mother with regard to her care, financial, and legal needs. To do this you need to have...

How do I get a property put in my name without a will?

A holographic will without witnesses is acceptable in PA, but it must meet specific evidentiary requirements. Have the will reviewed by a PA...

What do I do?

Short of petitioning for guardianship or alleging elder abuse against the aunt, you don't have many legal remedies here to obtain the information...

Meet with a probate attorney as this generates more questions than answers. If there was a pending divorce settlement then it is possible that...

Can someone tell me what happens if my mother when she got sick and was in the ?

As long as your mother has legal capacity to sign documents, she can always revoke the prior documents and sign a new power of attorney. The fact...