Yes, it is illegal. It is both fraud against the utility companies and tax evasion. The situation is common, and rarely prosecuted since the...

My wants were falsely communicated to a probate attorney. Is this theft by deception?

Without more it doesn't sound like theft or fraud. Both theft and fraud requires that the person act with purpose, or knowing with substantial...

My mother passed away in 1984 without a will but she owned her home. There are 3 siblings, who gets the house?

It will depend both on what you agree too, or whether you allow state law to dictate what happens. I'll give you some basic info on what usually...

What is the best method for writing a check from a sale of a house to a family member, listed in the will, that won't be taxed?

First: And VERY important. Deposit the funds into a bank account specifically set up for administering the estate. Do NOT distribute any of the...

How can I reopen my bankruptcy case pro se with a waiver in Virginia? I can not afford a lawyer

Mr. Weston is correct. You might also try contacting a few of the local County Bar Associations. Many of them have debtors clinics and...

Does a Durable Power of Attorney allow me to sign divorce on behalf of my wife?

Absolutely NOT because there is a huge conflict of interest involved in a divorce which is a breach of the fiduciary duty you have when making...

How do I obtain bank accounts that should have been part of a trust disbursed to me?

Each bank can have different procedures and document requirements for releasing accounts; primarily because if they release accounts to the wrong...

What are the repercussions of renting to a person who is filing bankruptcy?

It will have zero repercussions by itself. They cannot file again for 7 more years, so they cannot discharge any debts they may incur from you...

Chapter 7 banruptcy now or later? Medical bills, & revolving credit card payments. Looking for financial aid for cancer help.

As the others mentioned, wait until you have all the medical bills you're going to get. Also, make SURE you leave any retirement money (401k,...

Is personal property in the marital residence considered as part of the estate for a spousal right of election in Pennsylvania?

It will really depend on the ownership rights the spouse had in the coin collection, whether the coins were held in trust, if he only possessed a...