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I've been harassed by women using megaphones to insult me on my street, breaking into my house while I'm gone or asleep. There's been theft, vandalism, identity theft, assault, harrassement, utility theft, and someone has put some kind of two way audio setup so that they can talk to... View More 
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answered on Jul 20, 2024
Dealing with harassment and lack of police support can be incredibly frustrating and frightening. In your situation, gathering as much evidence as possible is crucial. Document every incident in detail, including dates, times, and descriptions of the events. Photographs, videos, and audio... View More
I am in a home that has failed inspection every year for the same thing. Now they want me out so they can fix it and re-rent it. There is NO foundation under the house. I have lived here since 5/28/20. I have tried to find a place to live but can not due to the $$ for fees. I live on a very SMALL... View More
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
In Missouri, landlords are obligated to provide safe and habitable housing. If a property repeatedly fails Section 8 inspections, it's an indication that the housing may not be safe or suitable for habitation. A tenant's eviction due to the landlord's failure to maintain the property... View More
We hired a probate attorney, and were informed that the recovery is about the value of her real property, and we cannot win against the state. Nothing had been filed in court yet so, I paid the attorney and we stopped the process. She was over 55 and lived alone, never in a nursing home. I do... View More
answered on Nov 3, 2022
The State of Missouri has a limited time in which they can recover payments made on behalf of a decedent through medicaid. If the State follows all the requirements within the proper time frame they can enforce their claim. The State of Missouri can open an Estate for the deceased, if necessary... View More
This man was homeless and I chose to help him, he used me, he has money, and always did, he pretended to care for me, to keep a roof over his head. He is abusive.
answered on Jul 10, 2021
It depends on what you want him to do. You can ask him to leave. If he refuses, you can sue to eject him.
She lives with me and I was wondering if we would have to pay the money back if I have to place her in a nursing home?
answered on Jun 9, 2020
It depends on several factors. For example, did the children contribute to the upkeep of the house, other gifts she has made and is she competent, just to name a few. There are more beneficial ways of doing this transaction which will satisfy her goals. You should consult an attorney.
He has no will. I’ve been living in his hook me caring for him for over a year. In February he was going to add me as beneficiary on his deed. The pandemic closed the courthouse until this week. He is now incapacitated and can not do so. Can I add myself as beneficiary? The financial POA states I... View More
answered on Jun 5, 2020
Typically, if a POA grants a power then it is legal to exercise that power, assuming doing so doe not conflict with any limitations or restrictions given in the document. Another important caveat is that said power is being exercised in good faith and in keeping with the principal's interests.... View More
My sister's husband was granted guardianship & conservatorship his name isn't on her home but he has moved his ex in my sister's home. We would like to know how to advocate for my sister who is incapacitated
answered on May 9, 2018
You could apply to become a substitute guardian, talk to an attorney in the county where your sister's guardianship is filed.
family member who is also mentally unstable?
answered on Jan 27, 2018
Sorry to hear you are dealing with this. You could petition the Court for a guardian or a conservator to step in and make sure your family member is being cared for properly. If your family member is in immediate danger of some sorts, obviously call the police. Getting a guardian or conservator... View More
The property that is been sold was left to me in a will the other property goes to her what happen what happen to the bal of the money from the sell if he dies will that come to me or her
answered on Jun 28, 2017
The answer depends on how the will is worded. If you receive the property and ONLY the property, if it is not owned at the time of death, the 'gift' is not effective. If you were given the 'property or its proceeds' then you'd get the money earned from its sale. That is a... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2016
That's an option. Talking to an elder law or nursing home abuse lawyer about your rights and potential avenues of action is another option.
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