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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 
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
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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
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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
Mom has dementia and is in a nursing home & they signed discharge papers on her in which I'm appealing. HELP
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
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
Asking as a NY Court certified Spanish interpreter available for 722-C assignment.
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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
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
Thru the State Needed. Mom is of sound mind & told friends POA already ? What is needed to get check if mom passes.
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
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.
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
In Oklahoma, can my sister's daughter be legally evicted?
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
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.
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
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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