My freinds husband died and she wants to give me his car which is still in his name.she was left the car in his will,

Do you have more details? What is the value of the estate? As a general procedural matter a vehicle needs a certain court document to be issued...

What do you do when someone withholds a will from you for 11yrs and you are just now finding out that you are in it? Can I sue?

I would first get in touch with the Clerk's office in the County where the person died. You need to find out whether an estate was opened. If...

If my dad is in a mental hospital how do I become his Power of Attorney

Your father has to give you the authority to act as his power of attorney. If he is institutionalized he may lack the capacity to be able to do...

You don't need an attorney (at least in NC) to obtain a death certificate. In California you can contact the California Department of Health to...

You have to be very careful when you start transferring assets, selling assets and even spending assets when your intent is to potentially qualify...

Do i need to hire a lawyer for abuse of power of attorney?

If your sister used her power of attorney authority to transfer your mother's money without permission of your mother and inappropriately, then...

My brother made a Will in 1992 - is this Will too old and expired - this is the only Will. Also, can relatives not mentioned

The probate court in the County in which the decedent lived is the final decision maker on whether it is valid. There are fairly simple...

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I agree with Cheryl. You did not mention, though, if the child who has been paying the taxes has also been living in the home since mom's death....

What happens if my mom puts her house in my name?

Glenn and Gregory are correct. You should consult with a local attorney that is experienced in Medicaid planning. There may be penalties...

Should I empty bank accounts

I can imagine your frustration as well as your worry. But I would strongly caution you in altering these assets in anyway (closing, transferring...