More and more people are becoming aware of the need to prepare for the end of their lives through advance directives, and this is a positive development. Many of us are reluctant to talk about the subject of death, especially when we are having a conversation with family members who have reached their twilight years. Ironically, the fact is that this is exactly when frank and open discussions about the wishes of our elders is necessary and appropriate. If they don't make their wishes known a lot … [Read more...] about Five Wishes Advance Directive
Medical Power of Attorney
Health Care Proxies & Same Sex Couples
In the realm of estate planning same sex couples face a number of challenges because of the fact that their unions are not legally recognized federally or in most states. This impacts the financial aspects of estate planning in a number of ways, and we will be addressing some of these in future posts. But today we would like to highlight the legal instrument known as the health care proxy or medical power of attorney and the manner by which it can protect the interests of same sex couples. The … [Read more...] about Health Care Proxies & Same Sex Couples
