Is it ethical for an attorney who is the retired attorney's partner and spouse to file a substitution of attorney when the court appointed attorney retires? Then refer to themselves as court appointed even though he/she has never been court appointed and allow court orders to list he/she as... View More 
answered on Apr 13, 2018
Maybe, but more information would be needed to properly answer your question. I suggest you setup a consultation with a lawyer it may cost you a few bucks for the consult, but at least you will get the information you need.
answered on Apr 5, 2018
That would depend on how you are doing the transfer. I suggest you call one of us lawyers and setup an in office consultation. If you are looking to do this yourself expect to pay for the advise, if you wish the lawyer to draft any documents for you, some of us offer a free consultation.
I am paying for the bulk of her care and home expenses as I am Guardian.I keep excellent records.How will I be payed back upon the sale of the house?One sister objects to everything!!
answered on Mar 15, 2018
You won't. We never recommend that people pay their parent's medical bills, because there is no guarantee that you will be reimbursed. If your mom cannot afford the care, I would look into getting her on Medicaid.
I have no written agreement. Will I have to pay that back before Medicaid can kick in
answered on Mar 6, 2018
It depends on the county and caseworker. An agreement should really be made so that they don't assume that you are helping mom shelter assets and she isn't penalized.
answered on Mar 2, 2018
You don't. Apply for Medicaid. Do NOT cover the bills out of your own pocket, you will NOT be reimbursed. Apply for Medicaid and they'll cover the bills.
answered on Mar 2, 2018
Not unless you sign as an individual, as opposed to signing as POA for your dad.
answered on Mar 2, 2018
Assuming that you qualify for Medicaid, they cover whatever your income doesn't. So if you have $1,500 /month from social security and your assisted living is $7,000 /month, Medicaid will cover $5,000. This is a VERY basic example, there are a couple other factors that come in to play, but I... View More
My mom has been helping a woman with Parkinson's. She has a dog and a cat. She was hospitalized for 10 days and the pets stayed with us at our house. She left the hospital AMA today and went back to her (disgusting) apartment and we had to give her the pets back. I want to find a reason I can... View More
answered on Feb 18, 2018
You can contact the local SPCA office, but it also may get her in trouble and animals are great for people recovering from medical problems.
This is not through courts. Her father and his wife is trying to claim her on their 2017 taxes she has not been in his care since Feb 2017 nor has she with him she was still using his address to go to school in his area she was taking train or bus to school every day.there was a case filed in Feb... View More
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answered on Jan 10, 2018
If the Court did not sign an order giving you legal custody, than you do not have legal custody. Unless and until you do, your questions are moot. To properly answer your questions and address your concerns, the best way to handle this is by retaining an experienced matrimonial attorney. You need... View More
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answered on Aug 3, 2017
There is an insufficent factual basis to answer your questions and address your concerns.
We are trying to establish an "Asset Protection Trust" with a "Life Estate Agreement" for my elderly parents. There is debate that their POA is flawed. It allows them to have the recipient of the POA to "Sell, Buy, Give, or Dispose" of any of their property. It does... View More
answered on Jun 1, 2017
One of the biggest issues I see is when a document is TOO specific. MANY PoAs go into GREAT detail and never use the words "or otherwise transfer" which makes it clear the agent is not only allowed to do x but also to just generally manage the property. 50 pages of detail without the one... View More
Rent due 1st of month
~ Charged late fee
Government check comes 15th+ of month
~ Recently went on Social Security
You can try writing a letter asking to change the due date on the rental agreement. If this doesn't work, contact me for a free phone consultation.
the physician with a law suit claiming she has a POA. How can this be handled. Who determines validity if it is true?
answered on Mar 25, 2017
In general the newest POA would control I suggest you setup a consultation with a lawyer if it is important to you.
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answered on Oct 26, 2016
None of the children have any obligation to him.
My Uncle became poa of my grandfather, who has dementia. He illegally spent my Grandfather's life savings, so I'm going to need a Lawyer at some point soon. Please help.
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answered on Sep 28, 2016
No, A POA has no authority to change a will. If you believe that money was improperly spent by your uncle and you can prove it, then you may have a cause of action against your uncle. Good luck.
The question is specifically meant with regard to repairs to the home that are not related to normal wear and tear - for example, if the property has termites, foundation issues, or needs a new roof before and at the time that the right to occupy was granted. Is it the responsibility of the estate... View More
answered on Aug 9, 2016
often depends on what the will says if a will granted life tenancy.
see
Life Estate: Who Pays What?
This article provides a simple overview of the responsibilities of a life tenant in regards to a life estate. The information contained herein should not be relied upon for... View More
the friend is on Medicaid..now what? does the house go to the state? please advise, I am the executor
he only had 1800.00 in the bank other than this stupid house. The house is a two family and the tenant
pays $700 a month.
his friend is 84 years old and receives $900... View More
answered on May 2, 2016
I suggest that your bring your paperwork to a lawyer to review, your question unfortunately not clear enough to give you an answer and even if it was a lawyer should review the deed prior to giving you this answer.
If an elderly person in a nursing home doesn't know the date or she can't recall 3 words, but able to make decisions in regards to choices in her normal daily routine, does that make her cognitively impaired?
answered on Jan 24, 2016
see 42 CFR § 483.75 Administration.
. Hire attorney for guardianship. Legal Guardianship of a Parent or Adult Family Member
Kenneth Vercammen’s Office represents persons seeking legal Guardianship of a Parent or Adult Family Member.
Occasionally an individual can not... View More
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