Updated on May 10th, 2023A New York statutory durable power of attorney form authorizes an attorney-in-fact to manage a person’s financial matters in perpetuity after the document’s execution, even in the event of incapacitation. The appointed attorney-in-fact should be someone close to the principal, a person who is capable but also trustworthy. Once the power of attorney form is signed, the attorney-in-fact will be able to…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Kentucky medical power of attorney form is a document by which residents can appoint an agent to represent them in making medical decisions if they become mentally incapacitated. The principal will be able to specify the types of medical treatments that they wish to prohibit or allow and under which circumstances. The healthcare agent cannot be anyone professionally involved in…
Updated on May 4th, 2023An Arkansas living will is a medical document that outlines how an individual prefers to be medically treated if they are incapacitated. This commonly includes a guide on whether to provide or withdraw life-sustaining medications and procedures. It is common for patients with terminal conditions to reject life support procedures such as mechanical breathing (ventilation), CPR, tube feeding, and dialysis. Laws…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A New Mexico minor child power of attorney enables one or more parents to authorize temporary guardianship over their minor child or children. An example of appropriate use would be if a single parent were to leave on a business trip or for military deployment for an extended period of time. While away, the parent will want a trusted individual, such…
Updated on April 12th, 2023An Alabama real estate power of attorney allows someone else to handle responsibilities related to their property. This is most commonly used when selecting an attorney to handle a real estate closing but may also be used to refinance or manage tenants on a property. The State rules for real estate power of attorney are the same as the durable laws,…
