Will I go to jail if I don't talk to my mom?
Hi there - thanks for posting your question. This sounds like a tough situation for you. You won't go to jail just for not talking to your...
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Hi there - thanks for posting your question. This sounds like a tough situation for you. You won't go to jail just for not talking to your...
I agree with the prior answer. Your sister had a fiduciary duty (i.e. a "legal responsibility") to use the funds for your mother. If you believe...
I agree with the prior answers. It sounds like the attorney who drafted the will knew what he/she was doing because it sounds like they...
In NC, it is generally necessary to probate a will to pass good, clear tittitof the NC property to the heirs. Depending on the rest of the estate...
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I am sorry to hear about this situation. I have been involved in similar matters and it can be very, very difficult. I can't speak to the...
The rights of grandparents in terms of guardianship, custody, and the like are very state-specific, but often it can depend on whether the natural...
Generally, there is a process whereby a successor guardian can be appointed. Some states also have a process where someone could be named as a...
I agree with the prior answer - excellent advice. The only additional point I would make is that the trust really needs to spell out exactly how...
I agree with the prior answer - one would need a bit more information in order to provide a more definitive answer. I would also point out that...
Another point I would add is that you'd want to look to the terms of the trust instrument, if there is one, to see if there are any provisions...