In administration of probate if unknowingly signed rights to bequest away how many days are given for rescission

Yes. It is possible to rescind or set aside disclaimer of rights under circumstances you describe. No specific time period measured in days....

If safety deposit box was left for my name and my brothers name, can he get it without my signature?

Yes. If brother's name on safe deposit box, he can access it without your permission. Yes. You may proceed to collect insurance proceeds by...

I am trustee &only beneficiary of a trust. Only asset is a house with small amount of equity. Do I need to get a tax id?

Yes. Tax ID necessary as part of trust administration. Yes. Trust bank account may be required to deposit and negotiate check. If check payable...

Should I trust a lawyer email which threaten to sue me from company that I'm CTO, Shareholder & member of board?

Yes. Treat as a credible threat. Other side has retained counsel. There is a possibility of exposure based on facts stated. Review with counsel...

Can I protect someone from charges of Elder Abuse (taking funds) - not hospital or nursing home related.

Possibly. Depends on entire facts and circumstances. Each case unique. Consult elder law counsel and review all facts and circumstances.

How does one become an executor of an estate?

Executor is appointed by decedent in Will. If no Will, an Executor must be appointed by court. POA no longer valid after death of mother-in-law. ...

Yes. You need to appear. Judgment may still be enforceable for several possible reasons, including, not limited to, being transferred to another...

Maybe. You may have time to appeal conviction. Guidelines follow: FELONY CONVICTION: Must appeal within 60 days. MISDEMEANOR CONVICTION: Must...

How can I obtain an accounting of my elderly mom's estate?

First Account was due July 1, 2013. You should have received a copy and you had right to object. May be too late to object at this point. If you...

Yes. California FTB lien attaches to all property owned by the taxpayer obligor. The lien must be satisfied before clear title can be transferred...