If the deed is a ladybird deed, her name would still be on it but it would have gone to the beneficiary at time of death. I agree with Mr....

Does Medicaid look at all money is theirs?

If she is on Medicaid, it depends on what was declared on the Medicaid application. If the full amount is declared on the application, then...

Do I legally have to file a notice to creditors in a newspaper in my mother's case, there were none and she had no assets??

Mr. Love is totally correct. You have no legal obligations to open an estate.

Can I legally adopt my adult best friend as my sister in the state of north carolina?

North Carolina does have adult adoption. However, this really just creates a parent-child relationship for inheritance purposes. You could...

You can file what is called a "will caveat" to challenge the validity of the will. A will may be proven to be invalid if it can be shown that it...

Yes, you still must pay the back child support. You now owe the arrearages, incurred up to the date of death, to the decedent's estate.

Under the equitable distribution statutes, property you have inherited or has been gifted to you and not you and your spouse is considered separate...

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My mom cant talk or walk everything is in her name and I take care of her. How can I get it in my name. Lenoir, NC

I agree with both answers. If your mother is competent and she is willing to do so, you can have a Power of Attorney document drafted and you can...

Typically attorneys who practice Elder Law, specifically in the realm of elder abuse claims will be able to help you with a situation such as yours.

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Is our house safe from Medicaid recovery?

They may very well be able to put a lien on the home if she has an interest in it. The way to solve this problem and save the home is to have an...