If I have Durable Power of Attorney for someone, can they grant that power to someone else without revoking my POA? Is it valid?

A person who has legal capacity can change their mind at any time when granting powers of attorney. If the POA is active, it seems odd that they...

Do I need "Power of Attorney"?

This is a good question that comes up more often than not. The reason the hospital is not releasing any information is because of HIPPA...

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What should I do with my mother’s condo (mortgage) since she is in a nursing home and soon to be on Medicaid?

The question you have posed has to potential of disqualifying your mom from Medicaid for a period of time if handled incorrectly. I recommend you...

Is it legal for the Executor of a will to withhold it from the family?

In Wyoming there are statutes that specifically state if a person is in possession of a decedent's will, it MUST be deposited with the court. You...

We are in Pennsylvania, and have a joint checking account with a POA on one owner. Is this a problem?

I don't think an attorney can answer your question without know what goal you are trying to achieve. If you want the co-owner of the checking...

My sister is the executive to my mothers estate. How do I find out who is the estate? I'm getting no info from my siblings.

Your sister owes the beneficiaries a fiduciary duty to act in their best interest. I recommend you consult an attorney to write a strongly worded...

Is Last Will and Testament Valid?

The requirements to ensure the validity of a will are set out in the state's statutes. It is possible that if the will was drafted by an attorney,...

I agree with my colleagues that if the bank account lists the trust as the beneficiary, this is not a matter where letters of testamentary are...

Is it a breach of fiduciary duty if trust money is not distributed in the timeframe listed in the trust?

You are asking the right questions; however, it would be impossible to give you a definitive answer without reviewing the trust document. There...

My friend told me he had me in his will and I believe he did. how can I find out?

I agree with my colleagues and if you are unable to find his will at the court, it may be worth touching base with the personal representative of...