My question is would a power of attorney allow for us to get info for when my daughter is admitted and maybe even be alerted?

A general financial power of attorney would not be effective. In Maryland, your daughter would need to sign an Advance Medical Directive and a...

How do I change my power of attorney for my mother. Not sure if any of my brother would be able to do it. Who else can I get?

If there is no alternate or successor to you named in the power of attorney and your mother is not competent to pick a new agent, your resignation...

Should I have this person sign a waiver if they really only want one or two items from the home? If so, what should this waiver

A beneficiary of a trust is allowed to disclaim some or all of her share of the trust. It should be done in writing for your protection so that you...

Can I prepare the durable power of attorney & be the attorney-in-fact/agent; and can it state he is giving me authority?

You are not able to sign a document on behalf of another individual without either a power of attorney or a court order appointing you as guardian...

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If a husband and wife have a joint checking account, can one party will a portion to a third party?

Typically, the answer is no. Joint accounts are generally held as 'joint tenants', meaning that when one account holder dies the other...

How to find out if there is another will

As the previous counselor suggested, if your grandmother is living, you can ask. If she is deceased, and you know that she previously consulted...

Mom died without a will. 4 siblings. I need a lawyer. house, car, money in bank. what do I do while I consult the atty?

This is an excellent question for anyone who consults an attorney. I believe the primary consideration is whether you are comfortable with the...

I just signed with a company to sell their product. Can I have my own company name without gettting a taxID#?

Based on the information you have provided, you may have your own company without getting a separate tax identification number. The answer may be...

Can a primary trustee rent property?

The answer to this question can only be determined upon a review of the Trust Agreement. What are the powers of a trustee based on what your mother...

Can I file a Caveat to block a Probate in VT?

Of course you can file a Caveat in this case to determine the validity of the Will. You should, however, seek counsel in doing so. Proving duress,...