11 questions
Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents
I understand that my contributions towards maintenance is for life of either party. How do I know if my parent is still alive years forward as we do not communicate at all?
Can I engage a lawyer to answer the Commissioner regarding my parent’s claim? I do not feel like attending the conciliation session.
Can a nursing home claim maintenance through the Commissioner since the children are not paying for the services rendered to their parent?
If I agree to maintain my parent now, does it mean that I will be expected to cover any increase in his future expenses?
What will happen to me if I do not respond to your Notice to attend a conciliation session with you?
I understand you have also invited my brothers and sisters for the same conciliation session. What should I do? I am not on talking terms with them.
What is the difference between the Office of the Commissioner for the Maintenance of Parents (CMP) and Tribunal for the Maintenance of Parents (TMP)?
My parents do not want to claim from my siblings who are not maintaining them. Can I claim on their behalf?
My grandparents/siblings were the ones who raised me up. Can I refuse to maintain my parents?
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