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Is Incapacity Planning Really Important?
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Take Action To Assert Health Care Choices
Imagine a scenario where you were told by doctors that a relative was in a terminal condition and unable to communicate. This individual is being kept alive via the use of artificial life support systems. The medical professionals are asking you if they should continue keeping this relative alive or remove the life support and … [Read More]
Senior Financial Abuse: Don’t Be A Victim
We are facing a big problem in the United States with senior financial abuse, and it is estimated that our elders are bilked and scammed out of billions of dollars annually. The true extent of the problem is hidden to a large extent. As shameful as it may be, a very significant percentage of cases … [Read More]
Include HIPAA Authorization With Advance Directives
When you think about the topic of estate planning the matter of arranging for future asset transfers after your passing may immediately come to mind. Unquestionably this is at the core of estate planning, but to be totally prepared for the eventualities of aging there are some other very important things to take into consideration. … [Read More]
What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of a Guardianship?
It is important to plan ahead for the eventualities of aging in a pragmatic manner. It may not be the most pleasant thing to consider, but many people become incapacitated late in their lives. Who would handle your affairs in the event of your incapacitation? This is a question that you can answer yourself if … [Read More]
When Does a Power of Attorney Become Effective?
A power of attorney is a legally binding device that is used to appoint someone else to act on your behalf. When you grant a power of attorney you are called the principal or grantor. The individual that you choose to act on your behalf is called the agent or attorney-in-fact. When you create a … [Read More]
What’s the Difference Between a Guardianship and a Power of Attorney?
Incapacity is quite common among elder Americans. This may not be the most pleasant thing to contemplate, but it is a fact of life nonetheless. Who would act on your behalf in the event of your incapacitation? You can actually answer this question yourself. With this in mind, let’s look at the difference between a … [Read More]
Durable Financial Power of Attorney in Hartford CT: What Are Its Advantages?
Should I Have a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care?
Estate planning is usually thought of as being within the realm of financial planning. This is true on one level, but it also connects to elder law. You want to know all the facts and make preparations for the eventualities of aging. As a result, a comprehensive estate plan would include an incapacity planning component. … [Read More]
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