Questions answered by James P. Frederick

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Need an elder law or estate planning attorney?

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. The "find an attorney" tool allows you to research attorneys who specialize in your geographic area and the area of law...

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What are my rights?

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

If you are not on the title, you may have a claim against him for breach of contract and/or unjust enrichment, but he would be able to have you...

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Will the probate be necessary?

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. The only time a Will is effective is when it is admitted to probate. You cannot avoid probate with a Will. There are...

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I have a 3 foot encroachment of my driveway onto my neighbors lot that he wants compensation for prior to selling my house.

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

It is possible that you may have an action for adverse possession, since the driveway has been there for more than 15 years. The practical problem...

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Apartment renting rights,

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

You would need to check your lease. This does not sound all that unusual, but I would review the lease if you have concerns. James Frederick

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Do I have a Case, I would like to sue another corporation we had a loan through.

James's answer | Answered on May 14, 2013

I agree with my colleagues. There IS a cause of action for tortious interference with a business contract. I am not sure that it would apply under...

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My father lives in a Trailor Park. Hes in kidney failure and is constinetly being herassed. is there something i can do

James's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

One question is whether the complaints are valid or not. If they are not, then I would have a lawyer direct a cease and desist letter to the...

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I am removing my mother from a nursing home here in Wi. She has fallen twice there, and has bruises on her face and chest.

James's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

You should contact the SSA and have the payee designation changed. It is possible this will take some time, however, and you will not likely be...

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My father died in 2010 and he did not have a will he was unmarried and I am is only child. Can I claim his ownership interest ?

James's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

It depends on how the building is titled. If it is titled as joint tenants with rights of survivorship, your father's interest in the property...

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My husband and I are planning to create a family trust. This is our first marriage.

James's answer | Answered on May 13, 2013

These are all excellent questions for the estate planning attorney that you retain to prepare your documents for you. There are too many variables...

James P. Frederick's Answers (17267)

Need an elder law or estate planning attorney?

What are my rights?

Will the probate be necessary?

I have a 3 foot encroachment of my driveway onto my neighbors lot that he wants compensation for prior to selling my house.

Apartment renting rights,

Do I have a Case, I would like to sue another corporation we had a loan through.

My father lives in a Trailor Park. Hes in kidney failure and is constinetly being herassed. is there something i can do

I am removing my mother from a nursing home here in Wi. She has fallen twice there, and has bruises on her face and chest.

My father died in 2010 and he did not have a will he was unmarried and I am is only child. Can I claim his ownership interest ?

My husband and I are planning to create a family trust. This is our first marriage.