What do we do if we can't find our mother's original will?

I recommend hiring an attorney who can assist you with probating your mother's will. Although you have copies of the will, the lack of an original...

If my father transfer money from his bank account to my my bank account do I have to pay IRS taxes on this?

The answer depends on whether the transferred funds were truly a gift or were repayment of funds borrowed without your permission. If they are a...

If my father pays of my credit cart bill by making a payment directly to the credit cart company

As a preliminary question, how old are you? If you are no longer your father's dependent, meaning that he no longer has any support obligation for...

Generally, an invoice is not a contract in and of itself, but rather evidence of an underlying contract between two parties. The invoice documents...

I need a change of my financial guardian

It sound as though you need to contact a guardianship attorney in your area right away. I recommend using the "Find a lawyer" tab on this website...

Do I have to file jointly or single for 2015 taxes?

Your marital status as of December 31 controls your filing status for the year. If your divorce is finalized before then, you cannot file as...

Why is a background check necessary for a gestational surrogacy contract? Is it mandated in WA state?

Washington law prohibits entering into a gestational surrogacy contract for compensation. See RCW 26.26.230. Such contracts are void and attempting...

How do I get my parents to be classified as in competent to make decisions for their well-being?

I recommend reviewing the power of attorney with a local attorney who specializes in guardianship or elder law. If incompetence is the triggering...

Looking for guidance on possible defamation.

In order to prove a defamation claim in Washington, you must show that the defendant published something false about you, that the defendant was at...

Can my spouse file income taxes as head of household without me if I am filing bankruptcy?

I agree with the previous attorney's response. From the facts you disclose, it sounds as though your spouse is ineligible for the head of household...