My father has signed over his house and car to my brother..--why is there still a need for a Will??-dividing his assets ?

A power of attorney ceases to be effective when the principal dies so your brother would have no right to do anything with the bank account after...

My father passed away without a will. He and I took out a small insurance policy to cover funeral costs when he passed away.

A letter of appointment will be issued by the probate court if an estate is opened. You have not provided enough facts for a full answer. The...

Two people buy a house......one now wants off the loan and title.....how can this be best facilitated?

There should be a loan modification agreement in order to get off of the loan. This needs to be done through the financial institution that has the...

I have a serious incurable spinal injury medical condition and need to know how I can go about receiving medical marijuana?

You should consult your physician and obtain a prescription, if he or she believes it is appropriate.

A friend of mine has a pension from city of Detroit...can it be transfered from him to his sister upon his death???

Your friend needs to review the pension "contract" documents. It should provide the answer. Most pensions cease at death unless there is a...

Our Pastor was elevated to the office of Bishop in 2003. At that time he created an organization to fulfill his Bishop duties

I hope there are other officers of the organization. If ta 501(c) organization is terminated, the remaining assets must be contributed to a...

My daughter co[signed for a car loan for her husband. The car was repossessed and they owed $8000 on loan.

If an estate was opened for her ex-husband, your daughter should have filed a claim against the estate. She was a creditor. Did she receive a...

Should I hire a lawyer right from the start for disability.

It would be best for you to consult a disability attorney for advice, providing him or her with all the information that you have - medical,...

I'm 68 years old & my son & I own a business in NYS .

You should reside in Florida a minimum of 180 days each year. Five months a year is one month short of that time. If you stay here 6 months a year,...

Under Florida law, you have more asset protection available to you than if you lived in other states. I suggest that you contact an attorney in WPB...