legal advice

My dad added me as a joint owner on his bank account. Now my siblings are saying I stole his money after he passed. What do I do?

Your dad added you to his bank account—but now he’s gone, and the family is divided. Suspicion swirls, and emotions are louder than reason. You can’t rewrite the past, but you can choose how to respond to it. These steps will help you protect yourself and move forward clearly.
July 9, 2025 Peter Kinney

I bought my house before I got married. Now we’re divorcing and my ex wants me to fork over half the value of the house. What now?

If you bought your home before you got married and are now getting divorced, you might wonder if your spouse is entitled to half the house. The answer depends on a few key factors.
July 2, 2025 Alex Summers

I agreed to co-sign my son's car loan, but haven't signed anything. Am I still on the hook?

If your child just agreed to a terrible financing deal and you’re listed as a co-signer, but you haven’t signed anything yet, you might be wondering if you’re legally on the hook.
May 15, 2025 Jane O'Shea

When Family Members Take Advantage Of Your Elderly Parents Financially

Few family issues stir up more resentment than money, especially if a relative has convinced your elderly parent to part with a significant chunk of their savings. Here's how you can stop the mooching in its tracks.
May 12, 2025 Penelope Singh