Many people have very strong feelings about the kind of medical care they want or don’t want in the event of a life-threatening emergency. Some people want every possible life-saving technique used, while others prefer no excessive medical intervention. However, unless your wishes are in writing and known by your family, friends, and physician, decisions… Continue reading What You Need to Know About Advance Medical Directives
Category: Estate Planning
What You Need to Know About a Power of Attorney
Having someone who can act on your behalf in business, personal, or healthcare matters can be beneficial. There’s a relatively simple way to authorize someone to serve as an agent who can act or make decisions for you. An estate planning attorney can help you draft a power of attorney (POA) and other legal documents… Continue reading What You Need to Know About a Power of Attorney
A Comprehensive Estate Plan May Include Both Wills and Trusts
When you’re busy living your life, it can be tempting to put off making important decisions about how your estate will be handled if you die. Although it can be difficult to face the idea of your own mortality, having an estate plan is essential to protecting everything you’ve worked for. If you die without… Continue reading A Comprehensive Estate Plan May Include Both Wills and Trusts