Most people have thought about how they would like to die or how they would react if their death was imminent. Many find it difficult to talk about their views and to explain their choices to their loved ones and doctors.
It seems like the advances in medicine can keep us alive forever. Take Terri Schiavo, machines kept her alive for 15 years. During that time, because her wishes were not in writing, her family fought over her care. During that time, her brain literally withered away.
One of the most important documents that anyone can sign is a Power of Attorney for Health Care. It allows you to choose a person to speak for you, if you cannot express your wishes regarding your medical decisions.
The new 2016 Illinois Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney for Health Care (“POAHC”) was designed to be “user-friendly” and allow Illinois residents to execute
A Guide to the Estate Planning Process. Many people avoid doing their estate planning because they are unfamiliar with the process and it seems overwhelming.
Your “Estate Plan” is an arrangement for the use, preservation and transfer of your property and for your care, during your lifetime and at your
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