My sister and I live with mom and we are all on disability. I don't know what all we need to do for all of this and we can't afford and attorney. We need property taxes to keep from going into foreclosure. Any help will be appreciated.
answered on Jun 30, 2023
Go to this website and follow the steps to help your mother defer her Oregon property taxes:
https://www.oregon.gov/dor/programs/property/pages/senior-and-disabled-property-tax-deferral-program.aspx
If your mother lives in Multnomah County she may be eligible for free legal... View More 
Her home is paid off and one adult child lives with her.
answered on Mar 20, 2023
The state does not take anyone's home. However, if someone who lives in Oregon receives Medicaid to pay for their long-term care then their estate must repay the State after their death when possible (estate recovery). Since your mother has an adult child who lives with her it is possible... View More
What can I do ? It’s 4hrs rnd trip & they say she’s sleeping he does not want her rest interrupted . She’s almost 90 blind on oxygen all she does is sleep. He won’t call me if she passes either
answered on Mar 7, 2023
In general a Power of Attorney allows the Agent (your brother) to make financial decisions for the Principal (your mother). It does not allow the Agent to decide who can and cannot visit the Principal. I would speak to the manager of the care facility directly. If you are not allowed to visit... View More
Of course I'll try to reason with him and I hope he doesn't follow through with the threat -- but does he have any legal grounds to have me removed if Mom wants me there? What if Mom isn't at home and the police arrive?
TMI: Mom and Dad (80+ yo) are verbally and emotionally... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2023
I don't know the trespassing laws but based on your description of the situation I think it would be best if you do not go to your parents' house for an extended stay. It seems clear that your presence will cause negative consequences for both your parents. If you visit your mother I... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2023
This might be considered elder financial abuse. You can use Oregon’s toll-free hotline: 1-855-503-SAFE (7233) to report it.
You can also report scams and fraud in Oregon with the Consumer Hotline at 1-877-877-9392.
For more information you can go to this website:... View More
She changed his will after he moved in with her. At the time he had Dementia and was on hospice. I didn't realize all this until getting the probate papers and she didn't list all his assets. When I questioned why his accounts were not listed she said her name was on it so it all belongs... View More
answered on Sep 20, 2022
I'm very sorry for your loss. You should consult with a probate litigator. You may be able to contest the Will. It may be more difficult reverse the titling of your father's bank accounts and/or vehicles but a probate litigator will be able to give you an estimate of your chances of success.
A tenant living in a 4 plex is rubbing his own feces all over this building he has assaulted tenant's broken out almost all windows in 2 units including his own the property management has been contacted all they have done is board up all windows over the feces and has left it like this for at... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2022
It sounds like this tenant might be having a mental health crisis. I strongly recommend that you call Adult Protective Services in your county and ask them to make an immediate welfare check.
Anyone who is being assaulted should call 911.
In Multnomah County you can also call the... View More
A tenant living in a 4 plex is rubbing his own feces all over this building he has assaulted tenant's broken out almost all windows in 2 units including his own the property management has been contacted all they have done is board up all windows over the feces and has left it like this for at... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2022
Depending upon the circumstances, a month may or may not be reasonable for replacing windows. Regardless, as my colleague says, be sure to notify management in writing of the problems and your demand for immediate repairs. You don't have the authority directly to evict the problem tenant but... View More
A tenant living in a 4 plex is rubbing his own feces all over this building he has assaulted tenant's broken out almost all windows in 2 units including his own the property management has been contacted all they have done is board up all windows over the feces and has left it like this for at... View More
answered on Aug 1, 2022
I would also recommend that if you have not done so to tell your landlord in writing about the issues with the tenant. You can contact a local landlord tenant attorney to discuss if your right to quiet enjoyment as been violated as you may have a claim for money damages against your landlord.... View More
I, as one of the two beneficiaries of the private trust wishes to remove/replace crooked trustee from Klamath county records, as he refused to give me customized contents of the private trust, that he created rendered Foul Play. Title co. informed me there are 4 other uninsured deeds recorded... View More
answered on Apr 11, 2022
I'm sorry but you have not asked a question. I recommend you hire an experienced trust litigator to assist you. How you are able to change Trustees will depend on the terms of the Trust Agreement.
When we spoke to my mother she was very clear, not confused or disoriented.
She clearly communicated to the nurse that “I do not want to be here” “did not agree to what is happening or going on around here” “this was not my idea” “ i did everything I was asked to do, but I do... View More
answered on Feb 4, 2022
I'm sorry to hear all that you and your mother have gone through. I recommend you hire a probate litigator to assist either you or your mother. This does not appear to be a wrongful death case.
....HOSPITAL AWAITING PLACEMENT IN AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY . MEDICAID PAPERS HAVE BEEN FILED . AM I, AS A SON LEGALLY REQUIRED TO FOOT THE BILL FOR MY MOTHER'S EXTENDED CARE ?
answered on Aug 9, 2021
If your mother qualifies for Medicaid then this program will be paying for your mother's care facility and prescriptions. In general, the family of a person are not legally responsible to pay that person's bills unless the family member signed a contract with the facility, for example.... View More
All paperwork frm doctor and postmaster have been forwarded and HOA refusing to install when other members elderly members in community have mailbox at their home as opposed to community mailbox. Subject is 84 yrs and cannot walk without sever pain and assistance. This has been ongoing for 2 years.... View More
answered on Jun 27, 2021
I recommend you have the senior contact Bend Legal Aid for assistance: (541) 385-6950
Likely the senior will need to install the mailbox or mail slot at their home and inform the Postal Service.
3 seporate times the lady has wondered out and police has brought her home.
answered on May 17, 2021
If a temporary guardian and conservator have been appointed that person will step in to take control of the protected person's medical and placement decisions as well as controlling her finances. The temporary conservator will be responsible to paying all of her bills. The temporary guardian... View More
answered on May 15, 2021
It sounds like the person you care for has either been civilly committed or the court has appointed a Guardian or Conservator for her. If she has been civilly committed then the state of Oregon will be responsible for determining where she lives and coordinating her care. If she has a guardian then... View More
SETTLEMENT VERY QUITE, There has to be a way of digging this up, But how if this employer kept this hush-hush
answered on Apr 10, 2021
An Oregon attorney could answer best, but your post remains open for two weeks. As a general matter nationwide, some unified court systems display cases online. Some systems might require registration to use their resources. That would be if the matter was filed as a lawsuit with an index number.... View More
Person drive way.i want to get it home but they don't want to let it go.its a money thing.it is in his name.what are the rules?
answered on Mar 2, 2021
If the car is in your husband's name then he is in control of deciding where it should be stored. If your husband signed a Power of Attorney then the person named as Agent could also decide about the car. The only other way to control your husband's assets is to have a Conservator... View More
I am trying to get ready to plan for end of life, but have no one to appoint as a health care proxy, medical/patient advocate, executor, or digital fiduciary.
I have no spouse, siblings, or children. My friends are older than me, living out-of-state, and/or would not be up to the task of... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2021
Yes, this is absolutely possible and good for you for doing your advance planning. You can start by looking at the Guardian Conservator Association of Oregon https://www.gcaoregon.org/practitioners. You can also hire an experienced estate planning attorney who will give you referrals to... View More
Roof leaking . Kitchen cabinets falling in. Bathroom plumbing backed up. Kitchen sink leaking which took 5 times to fix. Ceiling leaks in bedroom, bathroom, and smaller bedroom, and around the front door. I was told the house was worked on by professionals, yet when I tried to get information... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2020
I recommend you contact the Oregon Dept. of Justice's Consumer Protection hotline at 503-378-4320 or toll-free in Oregon at 877-877-9392.
As you've learned, inspections should always be done before purchasing.
Because you are low income Legal Aid Services of Oregon may be... View More
My mother passed away 2 weeks ago. My sister, who had POA, told me that the accounts have been closed and there is no longer access to them or the ability to investigate them. Is she correct? I suspected that she took some financial liberties about a year ago and asked her to open up the accounts.... View More
answered on Oct 2, 2020
I'm very sorry for your loss. Just because the accounts are closed does not mean that you have no recourse. I recommend you consult with a probate litigator who can evaluate your specific situation and give you an opinion as to the likelihood of success for your case.
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