Updated on May 21st, 2025A Wyoming durable power of attorney permits a resident to grant someone else, an “agent,” the full power to act in their place for any type of financial matter. The most important aspect of the form is its durability, meaning it remains in effect if the person executing the power of attorney, the”principal,” may no longer be able to think for themselves….
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Michigan durable power of attorney form allows an individual, known as the “principal,” to choose a representative to make any type of financial decisions and actions on their behalf. This type of contract either comes into effect immediately (and endures after the principal’s incapacitation) or only upon a physician declaring that the principal has become incapacitated. A secondary agent should…
Updated on May 9th, 2023A Mississippi general power of attorney form is a document that individuals can use to appoint a representative (called an “attorney-in-fact”) to handle any type of financial decision on behalf of the individual (the principal). The attorney-in-fact will be authorized to conduct real estate transactions, manage investments, operate businesses, file taxes, and perform any other financial management tasks authorized by the…
Updated on May 10th, 2023An Ohio medical power of attorney form is used to appoint a healthcare agent (attorney-in-fact) to make medical decisions in the event of the principal’s incapacitation. This appointment should not be taken lightly; the principal should select a person who is trustworthy, caring, and will make decisions based on the principal’s best interests and personal values. To help clarify one’s values…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Maryland medical power of attorney form allows residents to name an agent to make healthcare decisions on their behalf in the event of the principal’s incapacitation. Most individuals choose their spouse, relative, or close friend as their agent. State law prohibits the principal from choosing their physician or anyone else professionally involved in their healthcare. The individual selected should be…
