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0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law for New Jersey on
Q: Dad and I share a savings account. If he goes to a home do they get the whole account?

I have Less than 5 years on the account-NJ

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law and Wrongful Death for Washington on
Q: My mother signed a poa after the hospital said she was incapacitated to the person who opted out of life saving surgery

My mother was hospitalized with gangrene possibly due to neglect from my stepdad and because of her mental illness was said to be incapable of making a decision he was able to make the decision to not perform amputation that would save her life. Her incapacitation is to my knowledge primarily... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Elder Law and Medical Malpractice for California on
Q: My 100% Disabled Vietnam Veteran was sent home from local Hospital's Emergency Rooms while having Strokes!

He is now paralyzed on both sides, could not breath, speak, eat or drink without a tube & the same Hospital did it 5 years

ago & they did it again & two more did it too!? Happened April 2024 & so wrong! Hospital promised would be more attentive to Veterans & Elders in a... View More

James L. Arrasmith
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answered on Oct 9, 2024

I'm truly sorry to hear about what your family is going through. It's important to take immediate action to address the mistreatment your father has experienced. Start by documenting all incidents, including dates, times, and the names of any staff involved. This information will be... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law for Colorado on
Q: In Colorado, how do I make a will for a family member that I have Power of Attorney for, that has cognitive issues?

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1 Answer | Asked in Constitutional Law, Domestic Violence, Elder Law and Gov & Administrative Law on
Q: We attempted to file an FIR against a family that is constantly harassing my elderly parents

We attempted to file an FIR against a family that is constantly harassing my elderly parents, who are retired from the Indian Army and unable to defend themselves. The opposing party consists of 12 people who continuously provoke and harass my parents. Since we live far away due to work, we sought... View More

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answered on Oct 9, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about the challenges your parents are facing. To seek stronger action, you should escalate the matter beyond your local police station. Start by contacting the Superintendent of Police (SP) or the Deputy Commissioner of Police in your area. Present all the evidence you have,... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law on
Q: I'm trying to get guardianship, I am below poverty, but legal aid declined to represent me. I'm frantic what do I do

Mom has dementia and is in a nursing home & they signed discharge papers on her in which I'm appealing. HELP

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law for New Jersey on
Q: If I need to put mom in a memory care facility and she has no money except her SSI and small pension how do I manage?

We sold our home and there isn’t much left from sale. Mom is 92 with severe dementia not able to take care of herself. So she would need to be watch 24/7 care. I am her sole caregiver. She lives with me. My brother refuses to help and I have a daughter away at college in her first year. I don’t... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Health Care Law and Elder Law for New Jersey on
Q: Will Medicaid come after our house?

My elderly mother, my brother, and I are all listed on both the mortgage and deed of our house, which is my mother's primary and sole residence. We all live there. When my mother applies for Medicaid, will the house be exempt from her assets? And if she qualifies for Medicaid, can Medicaid... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law, Family Law, Child Custody and Child Support for New York on
Q: How do attorneys specializing in family law find and retain the services of Spanish interpreters?

Asking as a NY Court certified Spanish interpreter available for 722-C assignment.

Peter Christopher Lomtevas
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answered on Oct 10, 2024

Courts appoint and assign Spanish interpreters as needed during appearances before the court. As for in-office translation, most have employees and helpers who speak Spanish. Those who do not can refuse representation because of the inability to communicate, or can hire per diems from companies... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: I’ve been living in my apartment for three years and the new property manager has issued me a non-renewable lease notice

I was due to vacate on October 1, 2024. However, we survived a hurricane and my movers had to cancel and reschedule for three days after my lease expired.

I am a disabled senior and can’t make the move without help. Unfortunately, due to the circumstances my help was not available until... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Elder Law on
Q: Mom on hospice, if dies prior to check from deceased friend, would notorized FPOA be ok. Friends POA says must be will

Thru the State Needed. Mom is of sound mind & told friends POA already ? What is needed to get check if mom passes.

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Family Law and Elder Law for New York on
Q: How can my elderly neighbor discharge herself from physical rehab facility, she has no medical need for it?

Hi, my elderly neighbor who my mother helps was sent to a rehab facility after a suspected fall. Now her daughter is trying to keep her there against her will. She has no legal guardianship over her at this time & the doctors already determined she is healthy with no medical need to stay. Can... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation and Elder Law for Oregon on
Q: What steps to take? Friend using vehicle &won't return, demands money for unauthorized repairs. I am 71 & in wheelchair

Of course, there's more details just don't know where to begin. Guy may have accessed personal records including vehicle title, won't return my calls.

Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
answered on Sep 30, 2024

If you have clearly communicated to your friend that you want your vehicle returned then I would call the non-emergency number for your local police to report it stolen. The issue of the repairs will have to be dealt with separately. It's possible that your friend could sue you in small... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Elder Law, Legal Malpractice and Probate for California on
Q: For 2yrs now, the shady lawyer handling my deceased dad's estate has failed to send me the unabridged trust &

relevant docs I asked for, like court-mandated annual acct of assets(x 2yrs), documentation of POA assignment (nec to fight mentally ill mother naming mental ill half-sister as POA, as neither is trustworthy & each has a long, well established history of issues in court, been committed via 5150... View More

Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Sep 26, 2024

In order to enforce your rights, to obtain documents, into otherwise make sure you’re interest are protected, you can file motions with the court.

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0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Contracts and Elder Law for Indiana on
Q: 8 yrs ago I moved my meager belongings into a 5x5 storage space in Fontana, CA. I was returning to the mideast because

I failed at finding a place to stay I could afford. My initial storage fee was something like $45/month. Over time and a new owner it now is $125/mo. I am a retired senior. I want my possessions. What is eating me up is I cannot get a payment date change and wind up paying late charges. Have... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Elder Law for Oregon on
Q: If i have a friend that is 79 staying at my house and has become a herdship on our family ,how can i have the state take
Theressa Hollis
Theressa Hollis
answered on Sep 25, 2024

I'm sorry, I don't think you have provided enough information to determine what your legal issues are. Does your friend need to apply for Medicaid to pay for their long-term care? Would applying for food stamps help? The State of Oregon will not take control of your friend. Does your... View More

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