Updated on May 30th, 2023A South Carolina living will is a legal document in which a patient authorizes the withdrawal or withholding of life-sustaining procedures if they are diagnosed with a terminal condition or permanent unconsciousness. The patient’s condition must be diagnosed by two physicians, and they must receive active treatment for at least six hours following the diagnosis before the living will becomes effective….
Updated on May 4th, 2023A Florida durable power of attorney form is used by a principal seeking to choose an agent to handle financial transactions on their behalf. This is common for senior citizens that elect family members to handle their banking, taxes, and real estate. The term “durable” refers to the document remaining valid if the principal should become incapacitated. Laws “Durable” Definition (§ 709.2102)…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A Montana real estate power of attorney allows residents to elect a representative to handle real estate transactions on their behalf. The selected party will be authorized to perform actions that include, but are not limited to, the management, sale, acquisition, and leasing of real property. Montana law indicates that all power of attorney forms are “durable” unless stated otherwise (§ 72-31-304)….
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Iowa real estate power of attorney allows an individual to nominate a representative who may act in their place and make decisions on their behalf. Unlike a general power of attorney, this document only assigns powers relating to real estate transactions such as purchasing, selling, or leasing property. The document will be valid once signed by the principal (person making the…
Updated on May 4th, 2023A Delaware minor (child) power of attorney form is used to grant temporary parental rights to someone other than the child’s parent or legal guardian. The agent selected to be granted authority will have permission to act on the parent’s behalf and care for the child by providing food, shelter, transportation, and otherwise perform any action necessary to maintain the child’s…
