Can a niece ask to be a conservator of her married aunt who has Alzheimer's?

Yes. Absolutely. Niece, or any other interested party may petition to be appointed probate conservator of your aunt. H has priority of...

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Do I need 2 appraisals done by a probate referee if I request full IAEA authority?

No. You only need DOD appraisal for purpose of probating estate. You may need current value appraisal for other possible purposes,...

Can the lawyer go over my Durable POA and appoint herself payee?

Lawyer actions may/not be proper. Significant factors include: -authority give lawyer by friend; -friend's capacity; -terms of your...

Is it necessary to be Payee as I already have Durable POA? If so can I be both and do I need to go to court to be Payee?

Maybe/not. Question incomprehensible. Impossible to opine.

I believe the Nursing Facility and the doctors whom we trusted nearly killed her. What can be done to help my mom and others ?

Yes, Facts described appear to support finding of negligence. I see this type of activity more often than you may believe possible. Strength of...

How is self-dealing defined?

Self dealing defined as follows: Self-dealing is the conduct of a trustee, an attorney, a corporate officer, or other fiduciary that consists of...

Does the APS give some notice or paperwork to those accused of elder abuse when they are family?

Yes. Friend entitled to notice from APS. Yes. Friend entitled to hearing to oppose APS restrictions placed on him. Consult elder law counsel.

Can I be appointed without with out going thur probate, as he had no other estate

No. You cannot be appointed personal representative without being by probate court. Explore summary probate procedures which may be available to...

How to remove evil family members from hospice patient before its too late

Several possible solutions: -elder abuse restrainig order; -conservatorship and protective orders Best solution depends on facts not provided. ...

Will I go to jail if i distribute inheritance before probate is completed?

Maybe. Probably not. You may not make distributions without court approval. Simple solution: retain counsel, clear notes, get the matter completed.