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What to do about my elderly mother 61 years of age who is ill and refuses to get help but lives in another state?
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Answered on August 29, 2013
You should make direct contact with an elder law attorney in Virginia for advice. They will need more information but expect them to suggest either...
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Is my mom's nursing home entitled to her pension from 2 years ago to present (since her admission)?
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Answered on August 29, 2013
Medicaid is a "last to pay" program meaning they only pick up the tab for expenses in excess of the individual's income. Your mom would be entitled...
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Can I be forced to have an auction or sell real estate to a specific person to settle my mom's estate.
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Answered on August 28, 2013
The executor has a duty to treat the heirs fairly. If the house is worth more than $40,000 he is probably in breach of that duty. Although you may...
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Can my dad who is in nursing fac go home ? He was in rehab there and declined . He cannot care for himself , no poa but fam
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Answered on August 28, 2013
The facility has a duty not to discharge him into an unsafe environment. You indicate the family can'tprovide the care he needs. While he could...
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This company is highly funded by Medicare and Medicaid. Isn't this fraud?
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Answered on August 28, 2013
Fraud would be involved if the company was billing Medicaid/Medicare for services it didn't provide. Yours is more of a labor issue.
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My friend lived with her partner for the last 10 years. He was recently killed. What rights does she have to his estate?
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Answered on August 28, 2013
Wyoming does not recognize common law marriages, so unless they were legally married your friend has no spousal rights and the Will controls. If...
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Can my 90 years old grandmother borrow reverse mortgage while getting food stamp/ Medicare/ Medicaid?
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Answered on August 28, 2013
It really depends upon how much money she takes out of the home equity through the reverse mortgage and what she does with it. Using the money to...
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Does taking yourself off of your mortgaged homestead property affect your Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care in Florida?
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Answered on August 28, 2013
With very few exceptions, removing your name from the title will constitute a transfer for less than fair value or gift which will trigger a period...
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Can I name anyone to be in charge if I should become incapacitated, or should I need life saving measures.
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Answered on August 27, 2013
You trust your partner and she knows your wishes. She is exactly the right person to make decisions and carry out your wishes. You should nominate...
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I need help finding a lawyer I am trying to get grandparents right with my two granddaughter they live here in chayenne Wyoming.
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Answered on August 26, 2013
There are many good attorneys in Cheyenne who can help you with this. Call the Wyoming State Bar Lawyer Referral Service at 307-432-2105 for a list...