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Acting as an Agent under a Power of Attorney
To act effectively as an agent wielding a power of attorney, you must take steps to make sure people accept your authority -- and that you stay within the law.
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The Care of the Incapacitated Adult-Part 3
This third part of the series, introduces the durable power of attorney, describing its features, and the pros and cons.
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Uses and Abuses of Financial Power of Attorney
A power of attorney can be valuable if you need help managing your affairs. If you delegate power to the wrong agent, however, they can steal you blind.
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Appointing a Power of Attorney
Discussing your wishes with regards to life and death issues can be as uncomfortable and controversial as discussing politics or religion.
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Becoming Your Parents' Guardian
Becoming your parents' guardian means assuming full control of their financial affairs. It may be a necessary step, but that doesn't mean your parents will appreciate it.
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Good Bye My Love
At some point in time each of us will die. Here are some stories of people who have survived their spouse's deaths. They have some good advice and lots of hope.
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Living Wills and Powers of Attorney for Health Care
Information on Living Wills and Durable/Enduring Powers of Attorney for Health Care. Important documents that can enable you and your loved ones to control end of life decisions. Web sites to help you learn more about them and how to go about getting them.
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Living Wills and Facing Eternity
In light of the Terri Schiavo case in Florida, this article looks at living wills and a Christian way to view death and dying as well as life. Often we prepare people for eternity; sometimes we forget to prepare them for that passage into eternity. Includes a link to Christian Life Resources page on living wills and durable powers-of-attorney.
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THE RIGHT TO DIE (Part 1)
This is the first article in a series that discusses "the right to die." It covers some common medical and legal terminology about the end of life issues.
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Advanced Directives
What are advanced directives, what are the different types of advanced directives and how do they work?
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Caregiving and Elder Law Attorneys
Health care planning is essential in elder care. Elder Law Attorneys specialize in Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, DNR's and other necessary legal tools.
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Who Needs a Durable Power of Attorney? Hint: You Do
If you or your partner were seriously ill or injured, who would make medical decisions for you? In most states, your legal "next of kin"--most likely parents or siblings--would have that authority, unless you specifically state otherwise.
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Legal Issues With Death and Dying
Death is an inevitable part of life and a concern particularly for the older population. What are legal issues to consider in advance as you plan for the end of life?
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