Legal Question in Family Law in New York
Father held hostage
My father's name is Robert and lives in Baltimore, MD
He is 74 years old
My step mother's name is Barbara and lives in Baltimore Md
She is 49 years old.
Robert suffering from prostate cancer. homebound,rather helpless. Because of his age and bad health, doctors have told him he is living today on borrowed time. He second wife, Barbara ( my mother died in 1979 and Robert remarried in 1981 ) has taken advantage of his helplessness.
Robert's career was very lucrative and when he retired 5 years ago be built himself a golden nest egg. Barbara has a lawyer friend named Jay Block and together they have ostracized Robert from the rest of his family - his two children and his four grandchildren, Barbara publicly announce that all his children have been taken off his last will and testament. Barbara has changed his e-mail address and has changed the house phone numbers. Barbara has threaten Robert with eviction he is see or talks with his family. Jay Block claims he filed an order of protection preventing his children to approach the house. Jay Block has told me that the day Robert dies - he ( Jay Block ) will inform me in writing.
Question: Do I have any legal rights ?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Father held hostage
There are a number of things that can be done, but all of it must be done in Maryland. This would include communicating with an attorney familiar with "Elder Law" in that State as well as investigation work. Our firm has contacts in Maryland and may be able to work with you to secure your father's rights and the rights of the members of your family. You may call our office to arrange for an appointment for a consultation and (212) 267-7000
Re: Father held hostage
You should consult an Maryland attorney as soon as possible.
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