How can a person get power of attorney when the person whom he has power of has no idea who gave him that right?

There are two issues here; first, whether there is a valid POA. Second, whether the POA is being used appropriately. As Attorney Farr said, the...

When caring for an elderly parent and having POA, which takes precedence, the wishes of the parent or best interest?

It is unfortunate that you are in this situation. Conflict between a parent and a well-meaning child is difficult. A Power of Attorney is an...

Will my sister and I inherit my grandfathers estate?

I am sorry for the loss of your mother; the answer to these difficult family issues depends on several factors. Has your grandfather passed away,...

How can I protect my 34 yo totally blind daughter from 'friends' who exploit her for her money.

I am so sorry you and your daughter are in this situation. Unfortunately, as long as your daughter is competent, she has the right to make these...

Can mother disinherit disabled son so that Medicaid does not get her money?

Your mother certainly may disinherit your brother. And (depending on what state your mother lives in), Medicaid cannot put a claim against your...

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Mom transfered all her savings CDs to 3 children. She now cannot get medicaid benefits, she owns no property .

Your mother, as other attorneys have said, has been disqualified from the receipt of long term care Medicaid services as a result of the transfer. ...

Is there anyway that my mother in law and husband sell their house to their son without losing medicaid?

Evan's answer is excellent. An appointment with an elder law attorney is your mother-in-law and husband's place to start. There are several...

That is a difficult position, when the two Agents can't work together. The short answer is that the MPOA should consult an elder law attorney in...

I assume you are asking whether the titling of the accounts will protect the investment from being counted as part of a Medicaid spend-down. -To...

As long as the POA allows the transaction, sign as her Agent under the Power of Attorney. Whether the POA allows the transaction depends on two...