“A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a document whereby somebody appoints an individual or individuals to make decisions on ...

Why is the Financial Power of Attorney so important?

In a study released recently by an independent public charity in Manhattan, Fidelity Charitable, it was revealed that only 66% named an individual duly authorized to act as a power of attorney among ...

Student Legal Services will be lending their legal expertise to students from 10:00 a.m. to -3:00 p.m. Tuesday through ...

A panellist for the upcoming Fronditha Care forum in Oakleigh, lawyer Chris Dolkas stresses the need for families to act ...

One of the main tenets of Western Civilization is the idea of individuality, and from that individuality, the idea of privacy and protected information. However, when another person’s assistance becom ...

Dear Liz: Our son-in-law has been diagnosed with early Alzheimer’s disease and sometimes makes reckless purchases. Our ...

Getting a free durable power of attorney means putting somebody in the position of making big decisions on your behalf. In this post, we’ll look at eight difficult medical or financial choices you ...

Over three quarters of adults aged over 40 are yet to arrange power of attorney, according to new research from financial services provider Canada Life. Power of attorney gives someone the right to ...

A procedural error resulting in a fatal defect is grounds for a legal malpractice claim provided the error is causative of ...

I read your column. You should recommend that people fill out power-of-attorney paperwork. As a nurse, I see the need for this all the time. Wealth does not protect you. Someone with just Social ...