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Life can change in an instant. A sudden illness, accident, or cognitive decline might leave you unable to manage your finances or make crucial decisions. In Louisiana, having a power of attorney (POA) is one of the most important ways to prepare for these uncertainties. Without it, you give up control over who will manage…
Creating a Power of Attorney (POA) is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones as you age. In Louisiana, a POA allows someone you trust, called your “agent” or “mandatary,” to make decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so. This can include…
A power of attorney (POA) is a critical legal document that grants someone the authority to act on another person’s behalf in various matters, such as medical decisions, financial management, estate planning, and real estate transactions. However, even after creating this document, it is still critical to periodically review the POA, ideally every few years,…
A power of attorney, also referred to as a POA, is a legally binding document that grants another individual, known as the agent or attorney-in-fact, the authority to act on your behalf in various legal and financial matters. This can include managing your finances, making healthcare decisions, and handling real estate transactions, among other responsibilities….
A power of attorney is a crucial legal document that enables another person to act on your behalf when you are unable to do so. This power can be specific to a single activity or broad in its scope. It can also provide permanent or temporary authorization for someone else to act. Regardless of the…
A Power of Attorney (POA) should be part of everyone’s estate planning documents. However, many people fail to include this document in their plans because they do not know what it is or realize how important it can be for their future. That is why, in this blog post, we will review what a POA…
To be fully protected for medical issues, ever person needs a health care power of attorney, advance medical directives, and a living will. Without the advance medical directives , you lose control over your medical decisions in the event of incapacity. The only way to maintain control if you cannot communicate is to have instructions…
No one enjoys talking about their own mortality, but the right legal tools can help ensure that your wishes are carried out should a medical emergency arise. In Louisiana, there is no legal default method for addressing these wishes in the event of unexpected incapacitation. However, certain legal tools can provide for these often unforeseen…
When should you start planning your estate? Did you know that many financial advisors recommend you start to plan your estate as soon as you become an adult? Even with that as a guideline – that still leaves a lot of questions to answer. Losavio & DeJean, LLC – located in Baton Rouge – specializes…
Are you planning your estate in the Baton Rouge area? Power of attorney is likely a phrase that you have heard before – but what is a power of attorney in Louisiana? How does a power of attorney work? Losavio & DeJean, LLC and our legal team are here to help you plan your estate…
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