I have a durable general Power-of-Attorney for my ill husbands affairs. Do I need a seperate POA to purchase a vehicle?

Hello, Please note it depends on the language in the POA and if allows you to purchase a car. Banks want to minimize their liability so it is...

If elderly person is incompetent due to Alzheimer's and guardianship is awarded to the state, does the family have any say so?

Hello, In addition, it is recommended that you file for guardianship soon as they are groups that purposely file for guardianship of elders in...

My uncle is keeping my uncles ashes from me

Hello, I have attached the CA code that explains who legally has the rights to your Uncle's remains & it appears your other uncle has the right...

How can I make the trustee release my settlement of an estate which was liquidated in February 2014?

Hello, You would need to file a Motion to the court. Stanislaus county has self help clinics where you may be able to obtain advice on how to...

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For opening an estate account, will any banks accept from an executor a properly witnessed and notarized will...

Hello, You can make inquiries at various banks, but Attorney Potter is correct in that they will more likely than not require Letters Testamentary.

My stepfather changed my mothers will

Hello, Sorry for your loss. If your Mom was medically diagnosed as having dementia before or at the time she changed her Will you may be able...

My sister was POA for my mom who died in TX last yr. She refuses to give me a copy of the will and it is not probated

Hello, Since your sister does not want to probate the Will and you live out of state, you may need to retain local counsel to represent your...

Article in Trust document states "Trustee may resign by written notice." and appoint new successor trustee.

Hello, That is just one line from the trust and it would be best if you have any questions to have the entire document reviewed by an attorney...

My father recently passed, his wife and my niece and i are the only heirs. I know that his wife and my niece and i are to

Hello, Sorry for your loss. Is there a Will? If yes & your stepmom is the executor you may want to ask her when she plans to probate the...

Can I sue my daughter for repayment of money she cashed for herself under power of attorney?

Hello, Agents in POA take the place of the principal who cannot handle their own financial affairs. Cashing in IRAs and other accounts for...