What Happens Legally When Your Child Turns 18? At 18, your child is now legally an adult in most states. Overnight, they gain the right to vote, marry, open credit cards, make medical and financial decisions, sign contracts, and live independently. This major life milestone is called emancipation—and it comes with big legal changes for […]
Health Care Power of Attorney: General or Specific? Why You Need One You have the right to decide what medical treatment you want from doctors and health-care providers. If you can speak for yourself, you can state your wishes directly. But if illness or injury leaves you unable to communicate, you need a plan in
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Understanding the Importance of a Durable Power of Attorney A durable power of attorney (POA) is one of the most important estate planning documents you can have. It gives someone you trust — known as your agent — the legal authority to make financial and personal decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. Without