Power of attorney is a critical legal document every adult should have, especially during these difficult times. You might have no choice but to prepare one yourself. Here's some suggestions if ...

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 ...

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 ...

Why is the Financial Power of Attorney so important?

A healthcare power of attorney or healthcare proxy empowers someone to speak with and make decisions about another person’s medical condition, care, and treatment.

Some financial institutions have begun imposing their own internal form of “verification” requirement with respect to powers of attorney.

A healthcare power of attorney allows someone to make medical decisions for another person. Learn more here.

You may be asked to be Power of Attorney for a parent or a loved one but may not feel you can do it. Here's advice if that's your situation.