If you had knowledge that he was stealing from his mother to pay you back, you might also be guilty of a crime. If you did know, I suggest you...

Anyone can get an "Informational Certified Copy" of a Death Certificate. To get an "Authorized Certified Copy," you will need to prove your are an...

Mom passed away in March 2019 in CA. She had an irrevocable trust. Her son is in prison. Can he inherit? Pay tax? Restitution?

You are asking the questions that occur to you, but those are only some of the things you need to know if you are the trustee of a trust. Please...

If it is a probate or conservatorship, all appointments are approved by the court. Sometimes people request in their papers that a California...

What should I do??

If you aren't trapped in an HMO, I'd say search for another provider. If you are on Medicare and this is an HMO ("Advantage" Plan) , your are in...

What can I do if my brother, the first named trustee, refuses to act?

If your brother is willing to sign a statement declining to act, it is easy. If he simply is refusing to act, it will be a bit more complicated....

Hospital wants to do a risky surgery for my mother, against POA wishes and takes me to court

Initiate contact with an attorney familiar with this area of law first thing Monday. It might not be what you would expect it to be called, but...

How can I get a copy of living trust

As Mr. Gaffney said, much turns on whether any one who created the trust is still alive. You are entitled to some information even if they are,...

Need power of Attorney to become primary owner of accounts and credit card as she is now classified with dementia.

Unfortunately, if your wife has lost legal capacity to make decisions, she cannot do a power of attorney. The good news is there are other tools,...

If a pour over was never created, how long would one have to wait until we can put the home on the market?

Not sure if you are the administrator or not. If you are, your attorney should guide you through this. The process for sale of a residence in a...