Updated on April 12th, 2023An Alaska advance directive, also referred to as the “medical power of attorney,” lets a person (principal) choose someone else (agent) to act in his or her best interest in making health care decisions when the principal cannot do so because of a mental condition. This form is commonly used among the elderly, high-risk diseases, and the terminally ill so that…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A North Carolina durable power of attorney is a document used to appoint an attorney-in-fact to make financial decisions, personal or business-related, for a principal (individual who executed the form). This type of power of attorney is used frequently as the arrangement continues even if the principal becomes incapacitated. Having a durable POA in place gives the principal some peace of…
Updated on May 4th, 2023A Florida motor vehicle power of attorney form may be used to elect a person to handle a title transfer (sale) or application, as well as register the operating vehicle with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The principal, referred to as the grantor, must complete the form in its entirety and submit it to their local tax…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A Vermont durable power of attorney form allows a representative, known as an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” to manage another individual’s financial affairs. The selected individual may conduct anything from simple bill paying to investment management. The person being represented, known as the “principal,” should know that this form remains in effect if he or she should become incapacitated. Laws “Durable” Definition…
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Iowa medical power of attorney form allows residents to appoint an agent to make medical decisions for them in the event of their incapacitation. It is important that the agent can be relied on to communicate the principal’s views and wishes regarding end-of-life medical options. Often, a blood relative, close friend, or spouse will be chosen to be the representative. An…
