Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Washington
Blocked account
After my mother passed away, we suied for medical malprqactice, and we won. My money is locked away until i am 18. is there any way to gain acess to it before i turn 18?
Asked on 4/25/08, 9:19 pm
3 Answers from Attorneys
Mitchell Roth
MW Roth, Professional Law Corporation
Re: Blocked account
Yes, if you become an emancipated minor and then petition the court.
Answered on 4/26/08, 3:21 pm
Phillip Lemmons, Esq.
Phillip Lemmons APC, Attorneys at Law
Re: Blocked account
Yes, but only with a court order.
Answered on 4/26/08, 11:37 pm
Frankie Woo
Fiducia Legal
Re: Blocked account
Reason for the blocked account may be to avoid the posting of a bond. If you really need money, your guardian can unblock the account, but then bond would be required.
Answered on 4/26/08, 2:17 am