My mother and I own a duplex we purchased as JTWROS. What taxes will apply when one of us dies?

There will be no taxes resulting from the death of one joint owner, under the circumstances you describe. A trust would serve no benefit upon the...

Can I add a page to my will without having it redone?

You could add a "codicil," which is an amendment of your Will. It should be executed with the same formalities as the original Will was. James...

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If a probate case is dismissed in Detroit, MI. Can it be reopened.

I agree with Julie. Once the court decides an issue, it is unlikely the judge would reopen the file, for that reason. If a file is closed, you need...

I need an attorney to get guardianship of my minor granddaughters. Do I need a family law attorney or probate?

More information is needed. Why was the guardianship changed? Why is a new court involved? When was the change made? It is very difficult to make...

Do I claim it or sue my ex over the engangement ring?

I agree with Ms. Sinclair. Suing her may prove fruitless. The insurance company may be your best option, but I would expect the company to...

I was buying property on land contract owner died .I have been living there and paying property taxes for 13 years .

When the property is paid off, the personal representative for the estate would need to provide you with a deed. If there is no estate open, you...

It depends on the damages. You can sue for up to $5k in small claims court, without an attorney. If the damages are more than that, you might be...

Can i sue my landlady?

Sounds like an unpleasant living arrangement. I think you would have a difficult case. It sounds like a freak accident. James Frederick

Can my landlord remove me himself without an eviction?

Your landlord cannot do this. If he tries, you call the police. You could have civil claims against him, in that case. James Frederick

LL SELLING HOME AND WANTS OUR STUFF MOVED TO STORAGE.

I agree with my colleagues. I believe your landlord is stuck. James Frederick