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It is never pleasant to think about the possibility of
suffering a serious injury or illness that may leave you incapacitated or in a
vegetative state. Unfortunately, such tragic circumstances can strike at any
time. It is important to make your health care preferences known in advance so
that your loved ones are spared the agony of making these difficult decisions
for you.
Living Wills
A living will is a document that clearly states your desires
for medical treatment in the event that you are unable to communicate these
wishes. A living will can also designate a healthcare proxy - the person you
want to be responsible for making end-of-life medical care decisions for you.
If something happens during surgery, if you fall into a coma, if you develop
Alzheimer's disease, or if you can't make these important decisions for any
other reason, your healthcare proxy will be your voice when you do not have
one.
By creating a living will, you can avoid the long, bitter
arguments that many families experience when forced to make a difficult
decision about medical treatment or to end a loved one's life. This document
will ensure that your desires are heard and followed, even if you are unable to
make them clear in your time of tragedy.
Power of Attorney
A Power of Attorney is a document naming a person you trust
to enter into legal and business transactions for you in the event that you
become unable to do so yourself. It is important to only give Power of Attorney
to someone you completely trust. This person will have complete control over
the management of your estate if you become incapacitated. Generally, a spouse
or child will perform this function.
A person acting under Power of Attorney can perform the following
functions:
- Sell property
- Engage in banking
transactions
- Buy and sell stocks and
bonds
- Complete business
transactions
A Lawyer you can Trust
Greta Hoffman has created living wills and Powers of
Attorney documents for many of her clients. She understands that this is a very
sensitive issue for many people, and often planning for an unforeseen injury
can be an uncomfortable process. Ms. Hoffman strives to help her clients make
their wishes clear while keeping the process as comfortable as possible.
Many of Ms. Hoffman's clients in other areas of the law turn
to her for help with living wills and Powers of Attorney because they have
developed a lasting relationship with her based on trust and integrity. When
creating such sensitive and important documents, it is critical to work with an
attorney who intimately knows you and your family, and who understands your
needs and concerns. As your family's lawyer, Ms. Hoffman is very considerate of
your unique and special needs.
Please contact Northern Kentucky estate planning attorney
Greta Hoffman today to learn more about the living will and Power of
Attorney services she can provide for you. Ms. Hoffman serves clients in Boone,
Campbell, Gallatin, Grant, and Kenton counties.
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