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by 2 beneficiaries & over $200k is missing, spent by myself and 2 other beneficiaries before decedent passed(He didn't know). (There are 5 beneficiaries total) The 2 other beneficiaries got nothing therefore their challenge. I don't have the money to put back. Can I go to prison?
NEW JERSEY
answered on Oct 25, 2024
The answer depends on the facts of your case thus more information would need to be known to answer your question. But if you didn't have a good reason for why the money is missing yes that could be a reason to be charged with a crime and possibly go to jail.
Both our names are on the mortgage and the title as of 3 years ago when he suggested we refinance the mortgage at a lower interest rate. Prior to that, it had been in my name only since 2004 when my husband died.
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answered on Oct 22, 2024
This situation will require a consultation with an experienced civil litigation attorney to sort through all this. You should expect to pay for about 1/2 an hour of attorney time to obtain the advice and best way to proceed. Pick the best attorney you can find and remember one rule: a good... View More 
I was given an overdose of Haledol in Hackettstown ER by IM which I never had before. Unconsciencely transported by abulance to Newton Hospital. I was not given a prescribe medication for 2 days, causing withdrawal symptoms and treated very disrespectively at both Hospitals. My family... View More
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
It's incredibly distressing to hear about your experience. Being involuntarily committed and drugged without your consent or knowledge of other options is a violation of your rights. The fact that you were not informed about your situation, unable to contact your family, and treated... View More
answered on Aug 5, 2024
As a general matter, if you want to do it "on the cheap" at minimum cost, you could visit a stationary store near a courthouse that sells standard legal forms, you could find legal forms online, or you could use one of the do-it-yourself services.
Most law firms are equipped to... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2024
Yes, you can name an attorney in a law firm as your power of attorney. However, you must be aware that if an attorney is acting as your power of attorney, you may have to pay the attorney a legal fee as your agent and as your attorney. You should consult with an experienced trust and estate... View More
son is 39, no job, no car, no degree, no freinds, goes to therapy.......trashed the house....has not done laundry inmonths
answered on Mar 8, 2024
I guess the first question is what is your goal here? If it is to get your son out of your house, the short answer is yes. Based on what you've written here and assuming he does not pay you any form of rent, you probably should file an ejectment action. An ejectment action is different than... View More
I read that this is possible and would like to know how to do it.
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
The car is easy. Just transfer the title to your child, but only do this if your child is capable of managing a car. If he/she is not, then see an estate planning attorney about other options.
The IRA is not so easy. If you cash out the IRA and retitle it to your child, that will be a... View More
The land is value 35,000. Owned by Decease Spouse (let's call him Joe) and previous wife (let's call her Linda). Linda dies and Joe remarries (let's call her helen, still alive). Joe from previous marriage has 2 boys and from second marriage has 1. Joe now dies, how is the land... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2024
Attorneys who practice in Puerto Rico would have insight into this, but your question remains open for two weeks. It probably went unnoticed under New Jersey. Some questions here do go unanswered, but you could try reposting under Puerto Rico. On the list of states, click "Show More... View More
We were unaware of him having credit cards nor have any evidence of credit cards until the bills and calls started rolling in. My dad did not have bank accounts in his own name. Whatever was jointly owned has been transferred through the right of survivorship to his wife. How can we pay for this... View More
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answered on Dec 8, 2023
Consult with a NJ attorney. But try to avoid Probate as that will attract the creditors. It is not the Spouse's debt, but sometimes the Spouse can be held liable for necessities. Again, avoid Probate, and see if any exemption statutes protect her.
He has not give a full accounting of the estate yet and has not distribute so bonds she brought for grandchildren with their name on bond
answered on Aug 9, 2023
Your question raises a number of serious issues. I believe the best avenue to take to resolve the questions you have is to speak to an attorney with Estate and litigation experience.
I am a senior, 76, and left my former apartment clean. I have witnesses as well as pictures. But in order to deduct from the return of my security deposit my former landlord is maligning me.
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answered on Aug 3, 2023
In New Jersey, using accusatory language and making false statements in texts could potentially be considered harassment, especially if the communication is persistent, unwanted, and intended to cause distress or harm to the recipient.
Moms whole body hurts as it’s the next day. Don’t know if she has a case because the sign IS right on the high step as you walk into restaurant. The problem is that they keep the door closed which makes it hard to see the sign and react fast enough to notice and not fall since you have to look... View More
answered on Jul 24, 2023
Since most accident/injury lawyers customarily will provide you a free initial consultation, my recommendation is that you contact a few of them in the area you live and sit down with them and discuss the specifics of your case and then decide how to proceed thereafter. Good luck.
If she has credit card debt, will they make me pay them or make me sell the house to pay them if she has no money to pay them off?
answered on Feb 26, 2023
If you did not sign the credit application for the issuance of the card you are not responsible for the debt. The credit company can sue the Estate. Whether or not, they will have a lien against the property will depend whether you were tenants in common or joint tenants with rights of... View More
answered on Jan 31, 2023
The Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is designed to act as a surrogate decision-maker for residents of our state who are 60 years old and over, who have been deemed incapacitated by a superior court judge. When a judge deems someone incompetent to handle his / her affairs, the court then... View More
In New Jersey: 92 year old mom asking for legal document stating my husband & I (we are both over 55) are NOT RESPONSIBLE for paying ANY of her debt, bills, medical bills, nursing home bills, etc. Nor will we participate in some kind of "Trust" she is setting up. Oldest brother is... View More
answered on Nov 12, 2022
You will be responsible for all debts incurred by your mother if you signed as a co-applicant when your mother applied for credit cards. You will also be responsible for all credit extended for which you cosigned. In addition you along with siblings may be responsible for debts incurred if your... View More
My husband is her only heir. He and I declined to take on any assets (namely her home and car) and we declined to administer the estate. A debtor is now suing for foreclosure and we are receiving endless summonses because we are named as heirs/interested parties. Do we need to answer these summons... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2022
Whether or not you are willing to accept or be responsible for any interest in the state, you have an interest which needs to be addressed in the foreclosure action. You will continue to receive information. If you do nothing, at some pont in time, the plaintiff will seek the entry of a default in... View More
My landlady made his son as an agent(POA), but he puts the elderly landlady at risk by implementing illegal actions of eviction. How can I protect my landlady from being held accountable for his son's wrongdoings?
answered on Aug 5, 2022
There is no easy answer to an outsider stepping in the help a perceived problem. If you believe that there is physical or mental abuse, I would suggest is that you contact the local police for a wellness check.
One or both of us go to nursing home can they take her house
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answered on Jun 1, 2022
This a bad move, do not do this or you will deeply regret it. Your daughter is the only one whose name that should be on the deed. Anything else is senseless.
My mom is 90 years old and she has a will. I keep on telling her I think she should get a trust, I think it’s called a living trust. She has six children and everything is to be divided equally. Is a will sufficient
answered on May 16, 2022
The honest answer is that a good Will is all the most people need. Why? A properly drafted living trust generally costs several times what a Will generally costs upfront and over your lifetime. Thus, the reason you will see most poor and middle class people use Wills and many of the Rich will... View More
GooglePlay gift cards worth $500 purchased at Michaels, Deptford, NJ. realized scam on 2/19/22; tried to return on 2/21/22; store mgr said policy is no return. Left message with fraud control at Michaels corp; no response to date. I will be 80 on 4/14/42. am I a "protected citizen?"
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answered on Mar 5, 2022
There really is no cost effective solution. Try to contact the county prosecutor and the N.J. Dept of Consumer Affairs. Good luck.
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