Updated on May 4th, 2023An Idaho durable power of attorney can be used to elect a representative to make financial decisions on behalf of an Idaho resident. The selected individual will be required to act in the principal’s best interest and perform tasks as they would imagine the principal would if possible. The durable nature of the form enables the agent to operate even after…
Updated on May 17th, 2023A Massachusetts living will is a document explaining a patient’s wishes regarding their own end-of-life care if they become too incapacitated to make decisions for themselves. Living wills are not legally binding in Massachusetts but can still be valuable for patients. They give medical practitioners clear evidence of patients’ wishes regarding their care. Laws Statute – No statute Signing Requirements –…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Maryland tax power of attorney form is used by individuals to appoint a representative to handle the filing of their taxes. The tax agent can be any third party, however, individuals will typically choose a certified professional accountant (CPA) or tax attorney. Under state law, the form must be filed by the representative accompanied by a copy of the taxpayer’s…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Mississippi durable power of attorney form authorizes an individual to run the principal’s financial affairs if they become incapacitated and unable to do so for themselves. Ideally, the representative should be available locally and be able to deal face-to-face with banks, government agencies, creditors, and debtors on the principal’s behalf. An alternative or secondary agent should also be selected in…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A South Dakota financial power of attorney form allows a principal to appoint an agent to run their financial affairs immediately and during the term of their incapacitation. The principal can terminate the document at any time while they are mentally capable by authorizing a revocation document. If the principal chooses their spouse as their agent, it should be noted that…