My brother pass away, he had no beneficiary for credit union account?

Assuming his total assets are worth less than $150,000, his next of kin can get that account by using a small estate affidavit 45 days or more...

How can I make sure I stay in my home after I have lost my mental capacities?

You get to make your own decisions as long as you are capable. You do NOT have to let your children force you to live somewhere else, no matter how...

Can I deduct expenses paid to a board & care home on my deceased sister's tax return?

I’m so sorry for your loss. At least part of the expenses are deductible: the part that is for medical care. If your sister was unable to do at...

Unadopted stepchildren wrote a written objection.

Your posting was unclear. If the judge ordered mediation, you need to participate. That means to listen with an open mind and respond politely....

My granddaughters dad just died and left no will. I am positive that all his assets should go to his estate for my grandaughter

I'm so sorry your granddaughter's extended family is acting so shabbily. From your post, it sounds like there's no money at issue, just personal...

Do I have a good chance of getting visitation rights to see my grandaughters ?

You could petition for visitation. The judge will base his or her decision on the best interests of the children, not how long they lived with you...

Can I buy separate home in kids name while married in Texas?

Get an attorney NOW. And figure out what’s actually best for you and your children. Is living with someone who controls you with threats of...

Is it legal for a Parent to withhold communication and visitation with an ailing Parent from an adult child?

Parental alienation pertains to minor children of divorced parents. But it sounds as though the father’s wife may not be the best person to make...

Can my cousin kick my 86 year aunt with joint ownership through elder financial abuse to get on total with survival rights. Aunt

If your aunt is on title, she cannot be kicked out. If she was tricked into signing away title, you need an elder law attorney ADAP.

I’m classifying this to landlord/tenant law. This doesn’t sound legal.