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Need a conservatorship for 88 yr old mother because of sibling using her estate for her own personal gain.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 05, 2013

Wholeheartedly agree with the previous answers. I suggest that you act as soon as possible before all her assets are gone...

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My son is 20 and in the Vista detention center,Ca.I live in New York.I believe his crimes were due to bipolar.Who can help.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

If he can't afford an attorney, then the Public Defender will be appointed. They can, but often don't, order any kind of mental health evaluations...

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Can I be locked out and have my stuff withheld from me if I'm sub letting a room without a contract & no lease without notice?

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

First, find a new place to live. Second, sue him for wrongful eviction, breaches of warranties, and the money that you are out due to his actions....

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My tenents gave me a 30 notice to vacate, the 30 days is not up, they have already moved, no forwarding, can I enter the home?

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

Agreed. It is difficult to say that they have abandoned the property if they are current with their rent and still have possession under your...

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My roommates signed a new lease while I was deployed. I didn't sign it.

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

Agreed. Once the old lease expired, you are now operating under a month-to-month lease with them on the same terms as the expired lease. If you are...

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In 2010, I entered into a settlement (I wasn't a defendant) with my then-husband and the company from which he stole 2.58M

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

I recommend asking your divorce atty. You will get confidential advice and someone who understands the full situation.

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I NEED A CA ATTY TO ANSWER Q FOR LANDLORD BEING SUED FOR NOT RETURNING HER DEPOSIT WHEN SHE RUINED MY HOUSE.& I FOLLOWED RULES

Thomas's answer | Answered on February 04, 2013

I agree 100% with the first answer. The court doesn't function as we'd like all the time so I understand your frustration. I don't see where/if you...

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Does a revokable trust and will supersede a new will or power of attorney if the person has vascular dementia?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 28, 2013

Never easy when this stuff happens and I am sorry for your loss. I recommend contacting an attorney in your area soon to protect your rights as I...

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My sister wants to sign my nephews right off to me how can we do that?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

I think you are asking about adoption/guardianship options. If you adopt, essentially you will have all parental rights as if your nephew was your...

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I have been wrongly accused of abuse, what should I do?

Thomas's answer | Answered on January 25, 2013

CPS will conduct an investigation and, hopefully, conclude that the complaint is not justified. In terms of hitting back at your husband's ex, a...

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Need a conservatorship for 88 yr old mother because of sibling using her estate for her own personal gain.

My son is 20 and in the Vista detention center,Ca.I live in New York.I believe his crimes were due to bipolar.Who can help.

Can I be locked out and have my stuff withheld from me if I'm sub letting a room without a contract & no lease without notice?

My tenents gave me a 30 notice to vacate, the 30 days is not up, they have already moved, no forwarding, can I enter the home?

My roommates signed a new lease while I was deployed. I didn't sign it.

In 2010, I entered into a settlement (I wasn't a defendant) with my then-husband and the company from which he stole 2.58M

I NEED A CA ATTY TO ANSWER Q FOR LANDLORD BEING SUED FOR NOT RETURNING HER DEPOSIT WHEN SHE RUINED MY HOUSE.& I FOLLOWED RULES

Does a revokable trust and will supersede a new will or power of attorney if the person has vascular dementia?

My sister wants to sign my nephews right off to me how can we do that?

I have been wrongly accused of abuse, what should I do?