Summary
Freda Ann Smith, 58, faces potential exploitation by a cousin in Shelby County, Alabama. If her father died without a will, his property should be distributed equally among his children. The cousins power of attorney only applies to the brother, not Freda. To put things on hold, Freda could seek a temporary injunction in court to stop the sale, get a lawyer to challenge the Power of Attorney, and file a complaint with Alabama Adult Protective Services. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.Full Conversation
I am trying to help a dear friend that i feel is being taken advantage of. .. may some other offenses fall into play
Hello ****, I'd be glad to provide some general legal information. To better understand your friend's situation, could you please give me more details about how they're being taken advantage of? Also, please specify the location if possible, as laws vary by region.
Shelby county alabama. Her name is Freda Ann Smith she is * and has some mentally challenges but is in good physical ok health.
Hello ****, it's important to understand the nature of the exploitation. Is it financial, physical, or something else? Based on your friend's mental condition, Alabama Adult Protective Services could be a resource. These cases typically fall under elder abuse laws.
She also has a brother with the same type disabilities. Their dad passed awa3 years ago . Leaving a double wide trailor and at least an acres of land. The brother who needs care has been put in a group home . This just leaves Freda with no home except the trailor and a first cousin has said she can not remain there. That she is selling the property and all monies goes to the brother. She got power of attorney over him. In other words shes trying to take everything from freda and leave her homeless.
Hello ****, this is a complex situation. Freda may have rights as a potential heir. In Alabama:
- If her father died without a will, his property should be distributed equally among his children.
- The cousin's power of attorney only applies to the brother, not Freda.
It's advisable for Freda to consult with a local attorney.
If someone could just tell us what she needs to do to put it all on hold till Freda can get everything going on her behalfnit would help. As you probably she lives on a fixed income.know.
Hello ****, to put things on hold, Freda could:
*. Seek a temporary injunction in court to stop the sale.
*. Get a lawyer to challenge the Power of Attorney.
*. File a complaint with Alabama Adult Protective Services.
Remember, these are general suggestions and it's best for Freda to consult a local attorney for her specific situation.
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