Updated on May 10th, 2023A Nebraska medical power of attorney form designates an individual (attorney-in-fact) to make healthcare decisions for a person (principal) if they become disabled or incapacitated in any way. Physicians and other professional healthcare workers cannot be appointed to this position (unless they are related); a principal typically chooses a close, trustworthy person such as a family member or friend. A healthcare…
Updated on May 17th, 2023A Nebraska living will is a document declaring a patient’s wishes about withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatments. It applies to terminal conditions and cases of permanent unconsciousness. Nebraska law requires adherence from medical practitioners who have received a living will from a patient. Laws Statute – §20-404 (Declaration relating to use of life-sustaining treatment.) Signing Requirements (§20-404(1)) – Must be signed…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Minnesota durable power of attorney form allows individuals to designate representatives to make monetary decisions and perform transactions on their behalf. The contract is “durable” because it is not affected by any period of incapacity or incompetence of the principal. It is important to choose an agent that lives near the principal so that they will be able to perform…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A New Mexico durable (financial) power of attorney form is used to appoint a trusted person as one’s attorney-in-fact (agent or representative) in regard to financial decisions. An agent should be selected based not only on their ability to effectively manage the principal’s finances but also because of their close relationship with the principal. Since this agent will be in charge of…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Maryland real estate power of attorney is a legal tool that permits an individual to take control over one’s real estate responsibilities. The person delegating power, known as the “principal,” may restrict the authority of their representative by allowing only basic powers like paying bills or managing leases. The principal may also assign more significant duties such as purchasing a new…
