Legal Question in Elder Law in Florida

Re: sick parent

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This is a tough question. Unless you can show that her husband is abusing her or not providing the proper care, as her primary caregiver, he can generally make the day to day decisions for her. If you disagree, and are willing to accept that responsibility, then you can petition the court for a guardianship and ask to be appointed the guardian for your mother. This is a costly procedure and entails a substantial expense. If appointed, you will then have the power to make the decisions for you mom.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.