A personal representative can delegate some authority under Michigan law, but practically speaking, the bank is going to require her to sign all...

What would we need to do to find out how much oil and money has been made on my husbands family land?

I agree with my colleagues, but I would suggest that this is a delicate situation. If you come charging in with an attorney, the step-mother may...

Can a legal guardian buy a cd with the wards money and assign herself as a beneficiary

I agree with Mr. Shultz. I think this is the kind of thing that, were I the guardian, I would have blessed by the probate court to avoid any...

I agree with my colleagues. This is something that you should review with an estate planning lawyer. It is very likely that your trust is fine, but...

Can a person not blood related or stepchild receive the bulk of someones estate if indicated in will?

I agree with my colleagues. The testator is free to leave his estate to whoever he wants. As long as he has capacity and has not been unduly...

You may be able to record an "affidavit of correction," indicating this was a scrivener's error. I would have the attorney do this for you, since...

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My mother died about a year ago. She had no will and owned nothing to speak of to leave anyone else. I am her only child.

You may not be able to get the check reissued, but you may be able to get it deposited or processed through your bank, anyway. There is a summary...

This is a messy situation. It can be either really easy or next to impossible. I would contact the cemetery and explain the situation to them. They...

A laboratory employs a specimen collector to collect urine samples from patients.

This is not an elder law question. It is more of a licensing and regulatory question. I will try to redirect it do you get answers from the...

I tried to refinance my home and was unable to do so because I technically only own 50%. Any help on the steps I need to take?

I agree with my colleagues. I would simply add that, if what you say is true, then you could have a large problem on your hands. You would need to...