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Limited vs. General Power of Attorney

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A general power of attorney gives an agent the power to handle your financial matters in your place. They can mostly do anything you could do, such as selling assets, transferring funds, or making gifts or investments. A limited power…

Avoid Guardianship With a Durable Power of Attorney

Estate Planning Powers of Attorney

Conservators and guardians are appointed in court to make decisions about health care or finances for adults who are incapacitated. A durable power of attorney lets you choose a trusted decision-maker for the future.

pros and cons of guardianship and conservatorship

The Ins and Outs of Guardianship and Conservatorship

Elder Law Estate Planning Medicaid & Long-Term Care Planning Powers of Attorney

Every adult is assumed to be capable of making their own decisions unless a court determines otherwise. If an adult becomes incapable of making responsible decisions, the court will appoint a substitute.

Power of Attorney and Conservatorship: Know the Difference

Estate Planning Powers of Attorney

When it comes to managing the affairs of someone unable to make decisions on their own, two legal mechanisms often come into play: power of attorney and conservatorship. While they share similarities in terms of assisting individuals in need, there are distinct differences…

What Power of Attorney Does in North Carolina

Helpful Decision-Making: What a Power of Attorney Does in NC

Estate Planning Powers of Attorney

What is a power of attorney (POA)? It is a legal document that grants authority to an individual, known as an agent, to make decisions and act on behalf of another person, who is known as the principal. This relationship…

Healthcare Power of Attorney: Protecting Your Health and Well-Being

Estate Planning Powers of Attorney

Life is filled with unpredictable events, and while it’s natural to focus on the positive aspects, it’s equally important to plan for the unexpected. One crucial aspect of proactive planning involves establishing a healthcare power of attorney (POA). While it…

How a Power of Attorney can Safeguard Your Right to Vote

Powers of Attorney Estate Planning

Having the right to vote is an essential part of being a citizen, but it could be taken away if you become a ward in a guardianship. To avoid this little-known consequence, having a strong power of attorney is crucial.…

Can I Remove the Facebook Account of a Friend or Family Member Who’s Medically Incapacitated?

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There are a couple of potential Facebook issues regarding someone who is sick or medically or mentally incapacitated. The first is removing someone who is irreversibly unable to maintain their account. The second deals with having a post(s) removed that…