What can I do as Power of Attorney for my mother who has Alzheimer's Dementia?

First of all, does the power of attorney document have a durability clause? This is a statement that says the power of attorney will survive even...

You can sue. You may want to have an attorney draft a demand letter stating that they must return the blanket by a certain date or you will...

Do both parents have to agree on guardianship?

Do you want to give her guardianship or custody? Either way, an action must be commenced by filing suit for guardianship or child custody. In...

What to do - Parent's estates at age 24?

I agree with Mr. Sharkey. You will not be penalized for waiting. Because your parents did not have a significant amount of assets, you can apply to...

Which states laws apply to a Will drafted & signed in N.Y. but probated in N.C.?

Since the Will is being probated in NC, NC Law will apply. Note, whichever law applies will only really affect the procedure of probate and not how...

If I get a lawyer to exerscise my 5th amendment in court could the charges of assault on a female and battery on a child be drop

You can only exercise your 5th Amendment rights in this instance if you are called as a witness. You can refuse to testify or refuse to answer...

There are no North Carolina statutes generally prohibiting the open carry of a sword. However, you could easily be charged with the common law...

Can a 16 year old emancipate and live with sister?

The 16 year old can certainly petition for emancipation. See NCGS § 7B-3500 for information on the petition. Wether or not they will be emancipated...

How do I regain custody of my daughter from her paternal grandmother who has guardianship?

You would need to file a motion to modify child custody with the court. I would suggest hiring an attorney to help you with this process.

Can I contest my mother in law for my deceased husband's Pension with the State of NC?

There are safeguards in NC that allow a spouse to receive, at minimum, a certain percentage of their spouse's estate. This is called the elective...