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Powers of Attorney

What is a Durable Power of Attorney?

April 5, 2010

A durable power of attorney is a written document that creates an agency relationship between a principal, the person granting authority, and an agent or attorney-in-fact, the person who whom authority is granted. By signing a durable power of attorney, the principal authorizes another person to engage in specified business, financial and legal transactions on [...]

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Can I Select Someone Other Than My Spouse To Make Health Care Decisions for Me?

March 12, 2010

You are not required to name your spouse as your agent in your power of attorney.  You may choose another family member such as your children or parents, or someone completely unrelated to you, such as a close friend. Keep in mind, however, that the person you select as your will have the power to [...]

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Choosing an Agent to Make Health Care Decisions

January 25, 2010

A medical power of attorney allows you to appoint a trusted relative or friend to make medical decisions for you if you are unconscious or otherwise unable to make those decisions for yourself. Who Can I Appoint As My Agent? You can choose anyone at least 18 years of age to serve as your agent. [...]

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What is a Medical Power of Attorney?

December 28, 2009

A medical power of attorney is a document that allows you, the principal, to designate a trusted family member or friend to make medical decisions for you in the event you become unconscious or mentally incapable of making those decisions for yourself. The person you designate to make medical decisions for you is called an [...]

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