Questions answered by Laura Lee Bromlow

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What kind of lawyer can I see to tell me if I have done anything wrong as a medi-cal recipient and if yes what to do about it

Laura's answer | Answered on April 18, 2016

You need to speak to an Elder Law or Special Needs Planning attorney as soon as possible to discuss how to proceed. Generally speaking, it is not...

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What if anything can we do to keep the state of California from taking the house in reference to Medi-cal health insurance?

Laura's answer | Answered on April 18, 2016

I'm assuming your mother-in-law is unable and lacks legal capacity to deed the home to another person or entity. Therefore, the answer to your...

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How can she protect her assets? What does she need to do to make sure all assets go to her kids, and none to her boyfriend?

Laura's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

California does not recognize Common Law Marriage. Your mother must see an estate planning attorney to ensure that the correct plan is in place to...

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My grandmother doesn't trust her daughter as trustee. she will not share any of her financial info with her. Can she do that?

Laura's answer | Answered on May 19, 2015

You have to seek the advice of an elder law attorney in order to help you grandmother. The two main options available to you are either your...

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Can my sister in law prevent me from visiting my mother?

Laura's answer | Answered on May 15, 2015

Call adult protective services and have them investigate. Then, go speak to an Elder Law Attorney where your mother lives.

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My mother is mentally ill and has found a "consultant" in California that is giving her "medical" advice that is unsound.

Laura's answer | Answered on May 15, 2015

First, you need to contact Adult Protective Services and report the matter. They will investigate it. Second, seek counsel from a California...

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What can I do to make sure I am taken care of in old age

Laura's answer | Answered on June 12, 2013

There are a lot of things to think about in terms of preparing for your care in your old age. The best thing to do is speak with an Estate...

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Prior to death my father told me that his name was to stay on deeds and such and that ment was to become mine same name dod 5/84

Laura's answer | Answered on March 14, 2013

Your question is really unclear. I advise you to meet with an attorney so that you can express your concern in person. This will allow the...

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Do I have a right to see a trust after someone has passed away if I am a beneficiary?

Laura's answer | Answered on March 14, 2013

I agree with Ms. Robles. You are entitled to a copy of the document. If you are unsuccessful convincing the Trustee to give you a copy, get an...

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My father passed. He has four pieces of property in his trust. He did not put his bank acct. in the trust. He had 4 children.

Laura's answer | Answered on March 14, 2013

Both attorneys above give good advice. Please contact a Probate attorney who can help you with these decisions. The terms of the Will and the...

Laura Lee Bromlow's Answers (72)

What kind of lawyer can I see to tell me if I have done anything wrong as a medi-cal recipient and if yes what to do about it

What if anything can we do to keep the state of California from taking the house in reference to Medi-cal health insurance?

How can she protect her assets? What does she need to do to make sure all assets go to her kids, and none to her boyfriend?

My grandmother doesn't trust her daughter as trustee. she will not share any of her financial info with her. Can she do that?

Can my sister in law prevent me from visiting my mother?

My mother is mentally ill and has found a "consultant" in California that is giving her "medical" advice that is unsound.

What can I do to make sure I am taken care of in old age

Prior to death my father told me that his name was to stay on deeds and such and that ment was to become mine same name dod 5/84

Do I have a right to see a trust after someone has passed away if I am a beneficiary?

My father passed. He has four pieces of property in his trust. He did not put his bank acct. in the trust. He had 4 children.