Is it adviseable to file an Oregon estate tax return if the estate is not, but close, to the exemption of $1,000,000?

The question is what the value of the decedent's assets were on the date of death. You are correct that the Oregon estate tax threshold is...

I stated during a city council meeting that someone did not "vote" for a tax when I meant to say "support" the tax. Slander?

I would need more information. For somthing to be defamatory, it must be a false statement that would basically damage one's reputation. But,...

If she still has her name on the mortgage or deed of trust and she has not re-financed AND she does not keep the payments current, then the...

Do we need to set up a living Will or obtain power of attorney to take over payments on mother's home

You have very complicated issues. First of all--I cant advise you on what a GOOD or BAD idea is based on your family situation is without in depth...

A will designates a deceased person, then a charitable org. upon her death. If the inheritor is deceased is the will valid?

The Mother is predeceased, so it goes to the charity. End of story.

Do we have recourse against the trustee? Or the Primary beneficary?

This would require a review of the trust documents. If the trust has limitations on it, she may actually be in violation of the trust and you...

Is there any legal action I can take against Fuji Film Processing for losing my photos?

Yes--there may be a contract provision that states that they are "not liable for negligence, ect" however, many of these "adhesion contract"...

How do I find out if there is a construction lien on my commercial property?

Oregon has very specitic time lines for putting construction liens on property. First of all, you must have been given a Notice of Right to Lien. ...

Liabilities after the sale

No. Under Oregon Law, you are a good faith purchaser for value and are only responsible for liens that are of record. That is why you purchase...

Can I remove my name from loan and title of car that ex-fiancee and I bought together

I dont practice in your state but if you both signed the loan, you will have to refinance the vehicle and "buy him out" to get his name off. You...