How do I find out if my ex-wife is receiving social security benefits

I agree with Ms. Joy...there is no need for you to have that information and SSA won't provide it to you. A lot of people think that if an ex...

Is changing locks on your elderly parents house so the other siblings can't get in legal in PA?

The agent under the POA "may" have the authority to look you out but that somewhat depends on whether the agent has taken this action because: 1)...

I received a subpoena for a hospital debt but i have no assets and am too elderly and disabled to appear in court. what do i do

I agree that you "may" be judgment proof. What does concern me about this question is that you indicate that you are on Social Security and...

Maybe you could tell me if I need to contact Adult Protective Services or if I need a lawyer. I have several concerns about Mom

I'm not seeing facts supporting a report to Adult Protective Service (there may be some, but I just don't see them in your question). As your...

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Can I save my social security benefits from my deceased parents

If you are wondering if there is any requirement from SSA that you use all of the funds, the answer is no. I will add, however, that the general...

Unfortunately this situation happens quite a bit. Unless your father and your stepmother entered into an enforceable contract not to change the...

No statute of limitations. It sounds like they originally contacted you about the overpayment in 2006 so it is not at all clear to me how a $4353...

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Do I need an Estate Attorney who also specializes in Medi-Cal law?

Definitely get in touch with an experienced local elder law/probate attorney before you do much else here. Medicaid (Medi-Cal) generally does seek...

My disabled daughter is on SSI. She will be receiving a large settlement from a back injury. Can she help me fix my house?

As Ms. Joy points out, fixing up your house would likely be considered a "gift" by SSI and result in a transfer penalty, just adding to the...

I had power of attorney over my aunt who was in a nursing home when she died. She received social security, medicaid, and

Are you also the executor or personal representative over her estate? If so, this certainly looks like a situation where the nursing home might...