It depends on what the power of attorney actually says. If your mother in fact gave POA to this person, there may be a capacity issue here. If it...

Is it easier to obtain a death certificate or letters testamentary/administration when knowing very little about the deceased?

It's not necessarily that a 401k "trumps" a will or trust, it's just that a 401k or retirement plan usually bypasses probate or any form of...

Are you a servicemember? If so, you should talk to Fort Bragg's Trial Defense Services (TDS) division. They are criminal defense attorneys on...

Can my civil case be thrown out for mispelled names on documents?

If you know that the papers refer to you and the misspelling still reasonably identifies you as the party to the proceeding, the case cannot be...

1) A previous felony conviction looks dubious in terms of avoiding prison time. If there are any mitigating circumstances, the judge may be...

What exactly is wilful misconduct ?

To prove wilful misconduct the company would at least have to show that your failure to meet metrics was more than negligent. However, because...

How to respond to ?

Making a false affidavit is perjury, a criminal offense. You have to prove the affidavit was false with evidence of at least two witnesses who can...

Can I sue my landlord for harassment, invasion of privacy and emotional distress?

As far as the landlord's ability to enter the house, look at the lease says. Typically, though, landlords have a limited right to enter your...

What can I do?

The public defender is your best bet here. Re-send the paperwork to the public defender, however, be sure to send it certified mail so you are...

Will I be able to claim my boyfriend as the baby father if I'm just divorced?

In North Carolina, your husband is presumed to be the father of the child, if the child was born during the marriage. Separation is not the same...