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Mother received medicaid benefits. She died & dhhs filed claim against estate. However, notice that estate may be subject to
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Answered on August 25, 2011
The State has the right to recover from a person's estate if they received Medicaid benefits. Competency and POA are not an issue. Proper planning...
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What happens if my mom puts her house in my name?
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Answered on August 23, 2011
It is imperative that you see an elder law attorney immediately. Transferring the house to your name will cause a Medicaid penalty that will count...
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If an estate is yet to be divided and one beneficiary is sued can the other beneficiaries assets be pulled into that lawsuit?
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Answered on August 22, 2011
If there is no culpability on the part of your siblings and you get sued, your siblings' assets in the estate will not be exposed. However, your...
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Should I empty bank accounts
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Answered on August 19, 2011
I understand that you are worried. However, emptying the joint account is not a good idea. It will not prevent this money from be counted as your...
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Can my Dad's debt from a dissolved partnership legally pass on to his heirs/spouse?
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Answered on August 18, 2011
Without more information this question can't be answered conclusively. However, if someone owes a legal debt, per a legally enforceable agreement,...
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How do I find all accounts owned by someone who is deceased? also, what takes precedence - a will or designated beneficiaries?
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Answered on August 18, 2011
When someone passes their personal representative needs to become the detective of their estate. Search file drawers, safe boxes and all of the...
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How do I get my key to the house from the the Executor of my deceased brother's estate. It is my house and I am the legal owner.
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Answered on August 14, 2011
If the will leaves the house to you or if it vested in your name at his death, you should be able to take ownership. However, there may be...
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My husband died and left a house, car and a watch to me. I do not want to sign a will made by my in-laws attorney.
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Answered on August 14, 2011
If your husband's will didn't name an executor or an executrix, the court will likely appoint you prior to your sister-in-law, if court is even...
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What rights does my brother have living in my grandfather's home after my grandfather has passed away?
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Answered on August 11, 2011
Though your brother lived with your grandfather for years, unless the will specifically addressed his right to live in the house or own it, he...
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What is proof of Guardianship if you are the mother of the child? Needs proof of guardianship for Accident policy
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Answered on August 09, 2011
I would recommend you call the insurance company and see what they require. A birth certificate of the child and your driver's license or passport...
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