Questions answered by Ruth Elaine McMahon

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Can i bring a lawsuit against them

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

It would cost you more in filing fees than 109.00 to sue. It's not worth it. It is likely that you signed something that would allow AAA to renew...

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Can I take out an equity loan in my name on my parent house for repairs?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

It's the Deed that counts, not the title insurance. Are you willing to guarantee the loan? check with the bank where you want to take out the loan.

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Will my will be sufficient or do I have to have a trust, and an executor? I can't afford an attorney or get an executor.

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

I do not practice in Nevada so I am not sure that a handwritten will is legal there. I suggest that you contact Legal Aid in Reno for assistance....

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Can one guardian take away the other guardians rights outside of court?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

If you are co guardians, your mother does not have the right to take away your rights as a co-guardian. You really need to work together for the...

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What are my options?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 18, 2016

It is doubtful that your husband has the requisite capacity to execute a Durable Power of Attorney - and even if he does, he probably would not...

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Can I be a guardian of an elderly if I have a criminal background in AL?

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 17, 2016

You need a background check to become a guardian. Please consult an Alabama guardianship attorney and discuss this with him/her.

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Would that involve my father getting power of attorney over her? Shes in bad shape. It's cruel to let her go on they way she is

Ruth's answer | Answered on February 17, 2016

I doubt that your father can get Power of Attorney if your mother is in such bad shape that she cannot understand what is going on. It appears the...

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If I were to cash them, would I go to jail or get into trouble?

Ruth's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

Why were the checks sent to you? Did your relative die? Are you in charge of his.her estate? Please consult an attorney. You need to make sure...

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How can we best eliminate or at least lessen Oregon estate tax. Is keeping our current state residence a viable option?

Ruth's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

If you move to a state that has estate taxes, your estate will pay estate tax.

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Re funding will/trust--Do I still have at least some portion of separate property interest to claim? If so, how to figure amt.?

Ruth's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

Please consult an estate attorney and provide all the the facts to him/her, including receipts or cancelled checks.

Ruth Elaine McMahon's Answers (5791)

Can i bring a lawsuit against them

Can I take out an equity loan in my name on my parent house for repairs?

Will my will be sufficient or do I have to have a trust, and an executor? I can't afford an attorney or get an executor.

Can one guardian take away the other guardians rights outside of court?

What are my options?

Can I be a guardian of an elderly if I have a criminal background in AL?

Would that involve my father getting power of attorney over her? Shes in bad shape. It's cruel to let her go on they way she is

If I were to cash them, would I go to jail or get into trouble?

How can we best eliminate or at least lessen Oregon estate tax. Is keeping our current state residence a viable option?

Re funding will/trust--Do I still have at least some portion of separate property interest to claim? If so, how to figure amt.?