Can the next of kin sue you for medical power of attorney decisions for a cousin who is mentally retarded

Pursuant to Section 765.105 of the Florida Statutes, "[t]he patient’s family ... or any other interested person who may reasonably be expected to...

Do I have to do anything if my sister already filed the Probate and is a probate necessary if my dad did not own a house?

Based on the facts you presented, it does not appear that you would be required to file an ancillary (secondary) probate in Florida since your...

No, you are not personally responsible for your deceased wife's bills incurred after the date of her death. However, I urge you to consult with a...

Can my sibling register the will without me ?

Pursuant to Section 732.901 of the Florida Statutes (the Florida Probate Code), "[t]he custodian of a will must deposit the will with the clerk of...

Do I have to answer all this paperwork now that my ex's attorney is flooding me with in hopes I'll settle? Is a Florida case.

If you don't respond to their discovery requests (requests for information and documents), they can file a motion to compel and seek fees for...

Hi I'm 19 and I wanted to know do I need a lawyer or does my mom need a lawyer to sue my dad for back child support?

Back child support is owed to the other parent not the child. Your mother has the standing to pursue back child support.

Can I do my own taxes independent of estranged husband? we have NEVER filed joint.

Yes, you can file separate tax returns. You would have to select the "Married Filing Separately" filing status to do so and such selection does...

My ex wife wants to adopt my kids from their biological mother. What does she need to do?

Florida does allow adults to be adopted by other adults. Your sons will have to consent and, if they are married, their spouses must also consent...

If I have mold damage in my walls of my downstairs unit coming from a leak from the upstairs unit who is responsible for fixin g

I assume that you are renting a downstairs unit of an apartment complex. You should first review your lease agreement. If that is silent, then...

How do I determine if a 5 pm pick up and drop off is still enforceable in my parenting plan

Based on the facts you provided, it appears that if the new order is silent on the exchange time, then the provisions of the original/prior order...