My mother has dementia, rheumatoid arthritis which prevents her from being able to sign financial papers.Can Dad sign for her?

Signing with an X because of a physical disability usually requires witnesses, and for financial purposes it is usually worthwhile to get the...

Is there a no contest law in MI if you exclude your adult child. Can I put there name in there saying they get nothing and they

A well-written will or trust will often contain a no contest clause. While Michigan respects these, it does not have one by statute. If your...

When My dad give the house for me, what I had to do

If your father is giving you his house, you will want to have an accurate deed prepared by an attorney. Then you should have the deed recorded at...

Father is telling our 4 yr old daughter that her last name includes his. It does not. What can I do?

You could probably show her her birth certificate and help her to read the name on it. "Former" couples generally have differences of opinion on...

Anyone can give another $13,000 with no tax consequences. If more than $13,000 is given, a gift tax return must be filed. There still will be no...

"Frustration of Purpose"

Frustration of Purpose is essentially when there is no way that the purpose of the trust can be accomplished, for example the education of a child...

My ex girlfriend assualted me in the hospital when we were both there because I son was sick and in the hospital.

I am assuming that this is a matter that the local prosecutor has taken up and charged her. It is not unusual for someone charged with a crime to...

How to file a civil suit in small claims court?

You can sue her in small claims court for a claim up to $3,000. Be sure to have all records and any proof or affidavits of others that you may...

How do i go about getting my inheritence?

You will probably need an attorney in Greece to get this matter settled, but you should do your homework ahead of time to save yourself some money....

How to insure jointly owned property goes to child?

Michigan respects Ladybird or "Enhanced Life Estate" deeds. These permit the grantor to retain all rights to the property during life and to have...