We have a small caregiving referral agency providing caregivers to take care of elderly people in their homes.

Hi, The answer to your question is yes you should run, not walk, to your telephone and seek to hire Counselor McCall if she will have you as a...

I am a disabled senior of 70 yrs. w/1 leg +1 arm.he's stolen and re-opened closed accts of mine.how do I go about evicting him?

This is not presently an eviction issue; it is an ongoing criminal act. Call the police as soon as possible when he is working and away from your...

If POA is given to daughter, can she refuse to give elder parent bank statements and wallet for ID?

The answer to your question is no, an agent cannot refuse a direction of the principal. I agree with Counselor Pippen, an agent must always act at...

In Illinois can a judge spit the GAL's bill between the parents of a disabled 18yr old daugtr Gal wants $ now

Hi, The answer to your question is yes, the court regularly does when the outstanding issues should have been avoided by the parents in the first...

I have temporary guardianship of my father. What kind of questions will the guardian at litem ask or what does she want to know

Hi, The GAL's role is to serve as the eyes and ears of the court. He or she will attempt to meet with your father to evaluate his current...

Need help in finding my daughter incompetent so I can place her somewhere for mental help?

Hi, It is unfortunate you experiencing these difficult circumstances. In Illinois, you will need to search out an experienced Mental Health...

Can I settle a debt out of court if there's a trial date already set?

Can you? Yes. Contact the creditor and make an offer. If they do not accept your offer, then hire an attorney to defend your rights. DO NOT...

Not sure what you are referring to as adoption papers. Generally, the adoption process normally takes more than two weeks. You are attorney...

My boss tells us that we cannot call out on Monday or Friday durning the week. Is this legal in Maryland?

You should review your employment contract for the answer to this question. If you do not have an employment contract, then generally speaking...

Hi, Having assisted several families with DCFS special needs adoptions in Cook County; I respectfully disagree with Counselor Goldstein on this...