What sort of lawyer should I look for to help us learn more about how to protect him and potential legal action we can take?

Before seeking legal counsel, i suggest you discuss cited issues directly with nursing home management. I you do not receive satisfactory...

Does a person pay taxes on a life insurance policy? Dose it make a difference that it was an IRA first then an insurance policy

Maybe. Some observations: -normal insurance benefits are not taxable income of beneficiary; -insurance benefits are taxable to estate if policy...

I live in California. How do I divorce my husband who was deported to Mexico and now lives there?

Yes. He must be properly served in Mexico. Service must be through Mexico's Central Authority and involves multiple steps: -file application for...

No. Land trust does not need to be dissolved to sell real property. Trustee(s) of the land trust may convey title to buyer.

Can a mechanic use my car without authorization? who'll pay the ticket?

No. Mechanic may not use car for personal or business errands without permission. Permissive use limited to test drive only.

What is the statue of limitations on this?

SOL has not run. Friend may pursue claim.

Can a judge change custody after a judgement when the other party made no attempt of showing a changed circumstance?

Yes. Judge may determine there has been a change in circumstances in absence of attempt bu other party argument.

Is my friend able to receive her deceased husband's pension?

Maybe. Right to receive decedents' pension depend on terms of the pension plan. Some plans provide survivor benefits. Others terminate at death...

Are we supposed to create an "Estate" legally? Can I do this without legal representation?

You are not required to open an estate. Creditors may open estate so they will have an entity to sue. May/not be in best interest not to open...

This happens rarely. Several reasons why estate may not be closed. Complete eview of case file and pleadings needed to opine why this particular...