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Is there a lawyer within or near gaston county that can press rape charges for me against my older sibling

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Lawyers do not press rape charges. You need to consult authorities to handle this (District attorney, police) Rape is a criminal act and those...

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Do I have a case?

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

This is very confusing. I suggest that you contact Legal Aid and show an attorney all of the paperwork that you have.

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Living with my boyfriend

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Your mom and dad are your natural guardians - so they have priority. However, mom does not appear to be a proper parent. Check with Legal Aid to...

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Will I have to pay for any repairs if a tree roots and trunk has damage the patio fence of a condo I am planning to buy?

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

The present owners are responsible for taking care of this. Be sure to get a certified inspection that points this out and then use the inspection...

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My wifes father died and didn't include a 480,000 ira into the trust . we have been married sice 2013 and have a 6 yr old daught

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

If wife was named the beneficiary of the IRA, you get nothing. Beneficiaries are entitled to keep their inheritances unless the funds were...

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Is there a minimum inheritance law for a deceased persons adult child if they were estranged?

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

If a child is not given something in the Will, there is no minimum that she can receive. The state's intestate (without a will) inheritance law...

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I received records from my grandmother will which now that my dad pasted before her his part comes to me there's 6 names

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Your aunt's attorney was hired to represent her and the estate, but he/she does not represent the beneficiaries. I suggest that you contact an...

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I need a probate lawyer

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Please contact a local estate attorney for assistance. You need to open a probate estate to become the executor / personal representative.

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My brother and mom had a joint account, before she had her stroke and now he owns the account. Can we freeze his account?

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Please consult an estate litigator for assistance. He or she will advise you about what it takes to prove your case and what it could cost. It...

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How does my dad make a living trust and how does it keep us out of court

Ruth's answer | Answered on August 31, 2016

Your father needs to consult a qualified estate planning attorney to draft the documents HE wants. You should not be involved at all. Living trusts...

Ruth Elaine McMahon's Answers (5791)

Is there a lawyer within or near gaston county that can press rape charges for me against my older sibling

Do I have a case?

Living with my boyfriend

Will I have to pay for any repairs if a tree roots and trunk has damage the patio fence of a condo I am planning to buy?

My wifes father died and didn't include a 480,000 ira into the trust . we have been married sice 2013 and have a 6 yr old daught

Is there a minimum inheritance law for a deceased persons adult child if they were estranged?

I received records from my grandmother will which now that my dad pasted before her his part comes to me there's 6 names

I need a probate lawyer

My brother and mom had a joint account, before she had her stroke and now he owns the account. Can we freeze his account?

How does my dad make a living trust and how does it keep us out of court