My father's trust and probate assets have become "co-mingled" during the settlement process. Ramifications for heirs ?

Hello, As Executor and Successor Trustee your brother should probate any assets not in the trust and administer the trust assets pursuant to the...

Do I have any rights to my dad's house & property if it was left to me in his will? My cousin has POA & he died in April.

Hello, Since your cousin has passed, and if no contingent executor was named, the court will appoint someone during the probate process. Once...

Where can I go to find out if a family member has passed away? Is there a public record that I can check?

Hello, There should be a death certificate issued upon his passing -- it is required by law in all states. You may also want to try doing some...

Hello, If you have solid proof that your Mother was medically diagnosed as incompetent, you may want to consult with a local probate attorney to...

How do I object to how the termination of the trust is being handled?

Hello, If the trustee did not follow the terms of the trust then you should contact a local trust administration attorney to explore your...

How long do I have to make a claim on a will?

Hello, If your Dad left a Will, it should have been probated and you should have received a copy if you were a beneficiary. If you were not a...

Can I get out of a contract I was led to sign

Hello, Since they mislead you about the payment provision you can have the contract voided and not be held liable for the bill. It is...

What happens when you can't locate a trust you know was done

Hello, Trusts are not filed at any central location to preserve the grantor's privacy. You may want to track it through the attorney who...

Is it true that, in California, it is illegal for a senior citizen to create a trust with anyone within 2 years of his/her death

Hello, No, have not heard that one. As long as the elderly person has the mental capacity to understand their actions, they can have an...

What can I do if I feel a nursing home released my mom to soon

Hello, Consult with an elder law attorney to explore your rights. I have also attached a link to a website that explains Medicare benefits...