My family and I were told by the nursing home in which my father is presently residing that he is ready to be sent home this...`

Although you state that your father has Medicaid, everything you describe indicates that you have a Medicare problem. If your father has Medicaid...

Siblings of a parent who is not even deceased are demanding (through a lawyer) an account of that parents money.

Attorney Corrigan may have hit the nail on the head when he says that the letter may be a shot over the bow. Unfortunately, many people think that...

MY HUSBAND IS 65 YEARS OLD DISABLED VET.HE IS 6 HRS FROM HOME CAN I FIND A ATTORNEY WHO CAN HELP ME GET HIM TRANSFERRED CLOSER

You can use the AVVO Find a Lawyer search tool to locate an elder law attorney or one that does veterans benefits. You can also go to the website...

I'm an attorney-in-fact for my mother, she wants to give me a cash gift of $10,000. (1)How do I protect the POA & accept gift?

Ignoring the question of self-dealing which it appears will be involved since you say your mother wants to give you $10,000, you should be aware...

How do i get legal power of attorney over my life mate, still married, yet we have been together for almost 13 years

If he is competent, he can give you his power of attorney. While you might be able to get forms from the social worker at the hospital or by going...

I believe that my sister is financially abusing my 80 years old father, through stealing, lies and manipulation. is this a crime

If you suspect or believe that your father is vulnerable and that your sister is exploiting him, then you can refer the matter to Adult Protective...

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Can I be made to take care of my Mother if I visit her, she requires 24 hour care, my brother told the caregivers to go home.

You haven't provided much information, but no, you can't be forced to take care of your mother. One concern that I have over your bother's actions...

My mother is in acute care rehab. May have to go to long term care facility. Is it to late to make a gift to me.

The way to avoid a penalty period is to either stay well and healthy enough to avoid entering a nursinf home for the five years immediately...

The question of the necessity of the travel companion would be raised. You will need to provide documentation from her doctor. A lot depends upon...

My father is 87 years old and has maybe 300,000 in the bank in me and my brothers name. Can they take out money and go on trips

The $14,000 annual gift exemption has nothing to do with Medicaid. You need to consult with an experienced elder law attorney to put together a...