Does a Will go to Probate? – Michigan

Does a Will go to Probate? – Michigan

Ask the Attorney QUESTION: My Mother just passed away. She had a Will done but I am being told I have go through the Probate Court. I thought you didn’t have to go through probate if you had a Will; is that right? ANSWER: This is one of the most common questions that...
Special Needs Trusts – Michigan

Special Needs Trusts – Michigan

Ask the Attorney QUESTION: We have a child who has a disability and is on SSI and Medicaid. When we die, we want our children to get everything equally but we are afraid that it will affect his benefits. A friend suggested we leave it to him in our living trust. He...
Should I file Bankruptcy? – Michigan

Should I file Bankruptcy? – Michigan

Ask the Attorney QUESTION: My husband and I are retired and on social security. We are over our heads in debt with credit cards. The monthly payments are taking all of our money and the balance never seems to go down. We can’t even buy our prescriptions. Is there...
Trust Administration – Michigan

Trust Administration – Michigan

Ask the Attorney QUESTION: My parents have a trust. My Dad passed away several years ago and my Mom just passed away. They named me as the trustee. I am not sure what I am supposed to do. I’m afraid I’m going to do something wrong and get in trouble. What should I do?...
Paying for Skilled Home Care – Michigan

Paying for Skilled Home Care – Michigan

Ask the Attorney QUESTION: My wife just had a stroke. She is at home now. We have help but they said it is only temporary. I have checked with a few home care places and they charge $25 an hour. We can’t afford that. I don’t want her to go into a nursing home. I went...