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I was here for complete 2012 in USA. But my wife arrived on 4th July 2012. How can I file the income tax return for year 2012?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

If your wife was working somewhere before July 4, 2012 a tax return should be filed in the country where she was working. If you provide all of the...

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If a check drawn on bank A, deposited to bank B, clears the account of bank A the same day, is the money in bank B cash that day

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

Banks have agreements with their customers as to holds on funds. The answer will probably be found in the bank's agreement. there are local checks,...

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If my husband died with a lot debts from his business, do I have to pay them?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

If the business loans and credit cards were in his name or the name of his solely owned business, it is unlikely that you would be responsible for...

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How do i get custody of my siblings?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

I commend you for being willing to take on the care of your siblings. Since someone does have temporary custody, you need to find out how this was...

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Dad is leaving everything to me and my 3 siblings equally, but should there be an official executor of his Will??

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

When a person makes a Will, he or she names an executor (male), executrix (female) or personal representative to take charge of the estate. If...

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My uncle has POA over my 92 year old grandmother, however he works in Maryland and only comes home 3 days a week.

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

There is a governmental agency in each state that takes reports of allegations of elder abuse. I do not practice in NJ so I am not familiar with...

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Who pays the legal fees for POA holder when legal issues come up?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

This may depend on how the case turns out. If a court finds misconduct on your part, chances are you will have to pay. If the court finds that...

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Can I sue my mother of misusing my sons trust funds?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

If you have proof of misconduct and the statute of limitations has not run, you can sue - but you need to run the facts by an attorney. Who is your...

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How do I obtain legal guardianship of my incapacitated husband?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

Please consult a guardianship attorney. As a wife, you should have priority over your husband's siblings. Also, if you live in California - which...

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My adult son has mental health issues. What am I responsible for if I become his guarantor?

Ruth's answer | Answered on March 28, 2013

Anytime someone acts as a guarantor, he or she can be responsible for the other person's debts if that person does not pay. So, you could be paying...

Ruth Elaine McMahon's Answers (5791)

I was here for complete 2012 in USA. But my wife arrived on 4th July 2012. How can I file the income tax return for year 2012?

If a check drawn on bank A, deposited to bank B, clears the account of bank A the same day, is the money in bank B cash that day

If my husband died with a lot debts from his business, do I have to pay them?

How do i get custody of my siblings?

Dad is leaving everything to me and my 3 siblings equally, but should there be an official executor of his Will??

My uncle has POA over my 92 year old grandmother, however he works in Maryland and only comes home 3 days a week.

Who pays the legal fees for POA holder when legal issues come up?

Can I sue my mother of misusing my sons trust funds?

How do I obtain legal guardianship of my incapacitated husband?

My adult son has mental health issues. What am I responsible for if I become his guarantor?