Power Of Attorney

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Just What Is a Power of Attorney?

What to consider about power of attorney

Elder law expert Bernard A. Krooks writes about power of attorney.

What is a Durable Power of Attorney?

It's important to understand the ins and outs of a durable power of attorney, including the benefits.

What is a Financial Power of Attorney?

If you are ever incapacitated, who is going to take care of your finances? Betsy Abramson talks about why preparing these documents in ad...

What is Durable Power of Attorney?

No one ever expects to be incapacitated as a result of a tragic accident or serious illness, but the truth is that this happens quite often. When someone suddenly becomes incapacitated, their family members must make major medical and financial decisions on behalf of their loved one
This can cause a great deal of stress as family members struggle to figure out what their loved one would have wanted them to do. Fortunately, a durable power of attorney can make this situation much…

What is the difference between power of attorney and durable power of attorney in Florida?

We all hope that we won’t need to designate a power of attorney, or have to become a power of attorney for a loved one who needs help. In the state of Florida, like most other states, a power of attorney is a legal document in which you designate someone to act on your behalf,…

Why Use a Limited Power of Attorney?

A limited power of attorney is sometimes called special or specific because it is granting limited power for a special or specific purpose....

What Is Health Care Power of Attorney?

A health care power of attorney or a health care proxy is a document that designates a person or persons you name and authorizes that pe...

Why You Need a Health Care Power of Attorney

Please enjoy and share this episode of our weekly Internet radio program. April 16 is National Health Care Decisions Day. Tom will talk about what a Health Care Power of Attorney is, why you need …

What is that NOTICE on the front of my Power of Attorney?

Elder Law Attorney Jeffrey Marshall discusses legal issues related to seniors.

What Is a Durable Power of Attorney? (Part II)

You know what a durable power of attorney is, and the potential advantages of having one if you're ever incapacitated. (If not, check out Part I of our two-part series.) So now that you're familiar with some of the basics,...

Durable Financial Power of Attorney: How It Works

The durable financial power of attorney is a simple way to arrange for someone to handle your finances if you become incapacitated.

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