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I have power of attorney over my dad and the bank did not have my name on his account but I was still able to transfer money

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I guess the first question is who "they" are. Unless your POA gives you the power to make gifts to yourself, then I think you have some real...

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My friends mother will not be coming home after her second surgery for a anurism. she has lived in her mothers home for a

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I agree with my colleagues and suggest that you have Kelli contact Ms. Dwyer for assistance. The sooner you can do this, the more likely she will...

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Pennsylvania Estate probate - transferring Real Property ownership interests to beneficiaries.

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

This is impossible to decipher without reviewing all relevant documents. It is important enough, however that it needs to be done right, the first...

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Prescriptive easement claim from several years ago?

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I would argue that the use was permissive and not adverse, and that because of this, prescriptive easement does not apply. As long as you or the...

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How do I set up an estate for my mother who passed away last year and had no assests?

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. I would simply add that, in relation to costs, the lawsuit would typically be handled on a contingent fee basis. The...

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Does bank account have to go through probate?

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

I agree with Attorney Cook. I would simply add that this money is now yours, based on the gift that was arguably made by your aunt. You would have...

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My aunt passed away over 3 years ago and we still haven't heard anything . so why is it taking so long to settle this estate?

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

You have not given us much to go on. If the "estate has already been settled," I do not understand why you are asking "why is it taking so long to...

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My family and I were told by the nursing home in which my father is presently residing that he is ready to be sent home this...`

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

It is likely that your father actually has MediCARE and not MediCAID. MediCARE will pay for about 3 months of "skilled" care, if there is a chance...

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I inheriited land. My now ex husband has four leans against him on my property. I am older and want to sell this property.

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

Please see my response to your duplicate question. I would contact the lienholders, explain that your ex has no interest in this property, and...

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I inheriited land. My now ex husband has four leans against him on my property. I am older and want to sell this property.

James's answer | Answered on May 21, 2013

If the liens are against your ex and he has no interest in the property, you should write to each of the companies in question and ask that the...

James P. Frederick's Answers (17267)

I have power of attorney over my dad and the bank did not have my name on his account but I was still able to transfer money

My friends mother will not be coming home after her second surgery for a anurism. she has lived in her mothers home for a

Pennsylvania Estate probate - transferring Real Property ownership interests to beneficiaries.

Prescriptive easement claim from several years ago?

How do I set up an estate for my mother who passed away last year and had no assests?

Does bank account have to go through probate?

My aunt passed away over 3 years ago and we still haven't heard anything . so why is it taking so long to settle this estate?

My family and I were told by the nursing home in which my father is presently residing that he is ready to be sent home this...`

I inheriited land. My now ex husband has four leans against him on my property. I am older and want to sell this property.

I inheriited land. My now ex husband has four leans against him on my property. I am older and want to sell this property.