My mother has been diagnosed with dimentia at age 87. She has memory issues and is living in assisted living.

If a person doesn't have the required capacity to execute a Will then it is not valid. However, the issue would be for a judge or jury whether she...

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Some people who come to see me say: "all I want is a simple will," After we talk about their assets, their family and their goals most clients...

I married in sept . 21 2012 ther is no will if my husband dies do i get his life insurance , savings , retirement , cd's , st

Well congratulations on your marriage. Whether you want to start your new life together talking about this topic with your new husband is, well,...

If a living trust is set up but there are separate bank accounts outside of the trust, is probate necessary?

As Ms. Goldstein points out, the situation is much less problematic if your uncle agrees to distribute the money in a manner consistent with the...

You very well might be liable. Often people who are trying to help others by acting with a "power of attorney" can get into trouble. First, most...

I live in Cook Cty, IL in my deceased mother's house and due to financial hardship I couldn't pay my taxes so they were sold.

Why you didn't record the deed may be relevant if there are issues that you are not mentioning here. If there are other reasons for not recording...

Are there things we should be doing to protect our elderly parents money in case of costly medical bills?

What you have heard is correct. Medicare covers the majority of nursing home care for a maximum of 100 days. Thereafter the patient either...

How do i make sure the other executive is paying the bills and doing upkeep on the estate?

You could ask her for proof that she paid things as that would be the easiest way. However, my suggestion is that you set up a consultation with a...

I haven't updated my will- I am going to quick deed my house this week to a friend. How will that affect the person in the will

Yes, if you Quit Claim your interest in real estate to another person then they will own it and you will not. Therefore, when you pass it can not...

These days it has gotten more challenging to: 1) execute documents with nursing care facility; 2) apply for Medicaid and 3) protect yourself from...