Who is entitled to the money?

I'm sorry for your loss. The money belongs to whomever your sister designated as beneficiary of the policy. As Mr. Early mentioned, you may be...

A new statutory power of attorney form went into effect on July 1, 2017. The old form still works, but it does not offer the protection of the new...

How do i get guardianship of my mother ?

First, you should be commended for stepping up and taking care of your mother. I know this is a big commitment of time and energy. Guardianship...

I agree whole-heartedly with Drew Early, and I am seeing far too many complaints about negligent guardians in my office. No, your mother's rights...

I think it's great that you are taking charge of your care. You can find Georgia statutory powers of attorney at the Atlanta Legal Aid website. ...

I'm sorry that you are dealing with these issues. Mental illness is by far one of the most difficult issues I have to address as an elder law...

Can I receive my sister in laws home, even if her husband had to enter a nursing home soon after. We would be buying the home.

In general, there should be no problem purchasing your sister-in-law's home for fair market value. However, if her husband is planning on using...

When a son dies, how can I get power of attorney to handle financial matters, in state Georgia?

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your son. To handle your son's financial affairs at this point, you need to seek to become the...

My father-in-law's medication was placed by his bedside and signed off that it was given to him. He was also left with out oxyge

I'm sorry to hear about your father-in-law. I don't know whether he needs a power of attorney or not. That depends on a variety of issues. My...

Can my grandchild leave his mothers home at the age of 17 he has autism and other disabilities and live with his male lover

This scenario has danger written all over it. No, a non-emancipated minor cannot go off with a stranger, disability or not. The family should...