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My Mother fell and is in a nursing home. Can they make us sell her house before she can go on Medicaid?

James's answer | Answered on April 07, 2013

Hi, Good for you recognizing you need to seek advice and counsel for your mom. The answer to your question is no. Counselors Davis and Lassen...

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In Illinois is there a required length of a marriage before an adoption is possible?

James's answer | Answered on April 07, 2013

Hi, I agree Counselors Schlesinger and Goldstein. In Illinois, you do not need to wait any particular amount of time after the marriage to file...

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My husband and I are co-guardians over our disabled adult daughter, how would a divorce affect the guardianship?

James's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

Hi, I am sorry to hear you are contemplating marital dissolution. While I agree with my colleague Counselor Raddatz that your marital status...

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My mom had the paragard iud and started bleeding the doctors would not remove it because she had cancer

James's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

I am very sorry for this loss. You have not asked a question but based on the information presented, I would recommend you speak with a medical...

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What can I do to protect my mother's bank account from a man that she has just met?

James's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

Hi, I recommend you spend much more time with your mom. Buy her flowers for no reason, while you still can. After all, we only get one mom. As...

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Can I protect the assets left for me if I have been on welfare for 10 years

James's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

Hi, The party needs to consult with an attorney who is experienced in elder law and determine if a special needs trust or perhaps another device...

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My attorney charged a large fee to settle my spouse's estate, went to court and got his fee approved but withdrew before closing

James's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

The Judge would not have approved the fees charged if they were unreasonable nor would the Judge have allowed the attorney to withdraw unless there...

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I received an injunction for workplace harassment 6 yrs ago, is there a statue of limitations & can it reverse for fabricator

James's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

Hi, Based on the information provided, your questions are confusing. You should seek out and hire an experienced litigator in the county the...

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Are the proceeds from renting a home through HUD recoverable by Medicaid's Estate Recovery?

James's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

While there are many facts omitted from your question which could bear on and/or potentially change the outcome, in general if a property is...

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I own a patio home in Gilbert az with older sister. I want to purchase her half and have her continue living with me so I can

James's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

Hi, Good for you thinking ahead and seeking advice prior to taking action. Unfortunately, the answer to your question is very fact specific and...

James Gregory LasCola's Answers (613)

My Mother fell and is in a nursing home. Can they make us sell her house before she can go on Medicaid?

In Illinois is there a required length of a marriage before an adoption is possible?

My husband and I are co-guardians over our disabled adult daughter, how would a divorce affect the guardianship?

My mom had the paragard iud and started bleeding the doctors would not remove it because she had cancer

What can I do to protect my mother's bank account from a man that she has just met?

Can I protect the assets left for me if I have been on welfare for 10 years

My attorney charged a large fee to settle my spouse's estate, went to court and got his fee approved but withdrew before closing

I received an injunction for workplace harassment 6 yrs ago, is there a statue of limitations & can it reverse for fabricator

Are the proceeds from renting a home through HUD recoverable by Medicaid's Estate Recovery?

I own a patio home in Gilbert az with older sister. I want to purchase her half and have her continue living with me so I can