Questions answered by Ivette M Santaella

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Can I include a brief statement on a blank Detain & Treat form when admitting my sibling to a hospital?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, As conservator for your sibling, your responsibility is to look out for his best interests. If you feel it is necessary to apprise the...

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I'm executor of brother's estate. No probate as his financial assets didn't justify. How to respond to debt collector?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, It may be PA Medicaid that covered your brother's expenses, but generally they are not allowed to attach a pension [The Medicaid rules...

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Mother died in Georgia with medicaid assistance...what do they take?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, Without being able to see all of the documents it is difficult to provide an assessment. It is highly recommended that you consult with...

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Beneficiaries of willed funds.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, Yes, by having your estate plans completed - includes trust, will, POA, etc -- by a local estate planning attorney. The trust would...

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Can the state of California take my earned provider backpay to pay for my mothers share of cost?

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, If you are on the In Home Support Services program, It is recommended that you contact the state of California Department of Health as to...

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Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesn't want me to have it.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, In addition I have attached a link that explains intestacy in North Carolina. Good luck.

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Do i need to have a living will for my estate and a medical power of attorney encase i get hurt and cannot make decisions.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, In addition, it is highly recommended that you have an attorney prepare these documents for you. AVVO and the Colorado Bar Association...

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Who has the legal right to handle the affairs of personal property of my deceased daughter.

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, So sorry for the loss of your daughter. In addition to the other attorney's responses, I have attached a link that provides an overview...

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A son inherited all from his Mother. He dies a year later intestate. Does his half blood sister (from his father) have a claim

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, In addition to Attorney Farr's excellent response, I have attached a link that provides an overview of intestacy in VA. Good luck.

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Do I need a estate attorney to sell a house

Ivette's answer | Answered on May 23, 2014

Hello, Attorney Brinkmeier is correct to have an attorney assist you with distributing your Mom's estate. As for selling the home, you may also...

Ivette M Santaella's Answers (6836)

Can I include a brief statement on a blank Detain & Treat form when admitting my sibling to a hospital?

I'm executor of brother's estate. No probate as his financial assets didn't justify. How to respond to debt collector?

Mother died in Georgia with medicaid assistance...what do they take?

Beneficiaries of willed funds.

Can the state of California take my earned provider backpay to pay for my mothers share of cost?

Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesn't want me to have it.

Do i need to have a living will for my estate and a medical power of attorney encase i get hurt and cannot make decisions.

Who has the legal right to handle the affairs of personal property of my deceased daughter.

A son inherited all from his Mother. He dies a year later intestate. Does his half blood sister (from his father) have a claim

Do I need a estate attorney to sell a house