If I have a General Power of Attorney dated 19 years ago, does it cover both financial and medical situations?
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If I have a General Power of Attorney dated 19 years ago, does it cover both financial and medical situations?
No HIPPA or OSHA laws were around then. I was told that it covered everything when it was first written. I could make any and all decisions that the person who gave me the power could make.
Asked on March 30, 2012 under Estate Planning, Arizona
Answers:
Steven Fromm / Steven J Fromm & Associates, P.C.
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Whether it covers teh medical and financial situations depends on a reading of this old document. An attorney must be retained to review it. If possible a new one should be drafted to avoid problems with whatever agency or bank that is presented with this document.
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The law has changed so much since the POA was originally executed and with out seeing it I would have to guess that it may be good for some things but not for others at this point in time. In order to make decisions medically you will need a health care proxy. Please seek legal help. Good luck.
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