My mom is my grandmothers power of attorney. Can she sell her belongings to pay for her care and bills?
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Answered on November 29, 2016
Strictly speaking - yes, POA can sell the belongings if that is in the best interest of the principal.
However, a consultation with an elder law...
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What kind of an attorney should I be looking for?
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Answered on November 29, 2016
I agree - sounds like a family law matter (not elder law). Good luck to you.
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This specifically addresses Elder Care law. Are there options for mentally incapacitated individuals who miss SS enrollment.
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Answered on November 28, 2016
I am very interested to see if a Medicare attorney answers this question. As an elder-law attorney, all I can say is that I do not know of an...
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So my mother in law sold her house to me and my husband her son a year and 7 months ago and now she wants it back
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Answered on November 27, 2016
Your mother would have to hire a litigator to prove undue influence, incapacity or elder abuse. Its certainly possible but unlikely.
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Will they stop my mom's ssi benefits for her re-serving a lawsuit from general motors
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Answered on November 27, 2016
Most likely, unless you meet with a local elder law attorney. Make sure the lawsuit proceeds are placed into a special needs trust. This will...
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My sister in law received an inheritance from her father ($18,000) now she needs hospice. How can she get Medicaid?
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Answered on November 24, 2016
I would imagine that she has more than $12,000 in assets, so there are likely additional considerations. My colleague suggested a special needs...
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Is it possible to take action against nurses at Hospice for over medicating my mother until her death?
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Answered on November 23, 2016
First - I am sorry for you loss.
But based on the facts you provided I think it would be very difficult to find a lawyer willing to take this...
Is $3500 reasonable for a retainer?
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Answered on November 22, 2016
Is $3,500 only a retainer or is that the entire fee for the work. If entire fee, that is a great deal. I would confirm this with the lawyer - if...
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What do I need to do to stop someone from taking advantage of my father
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Answered on November 21, 2016
My colleague provided very good suggestions. You can also Report the girl to adult protective services. If your father had lucid moments he can...
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How do I assist my friend who I am conservator of person for to protect what he still has in assets?
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Answered on November 21, 2016
For Medicaid LTC benefits: The 401k can be put into RMD payout mode and it will not count as an asset for Medicaid purposes (but the income will go...
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