Being Cautious With A Power Of Attorney

However, it has been observed that health care power of attorneys take undue advantage of the principal if there are any flaws while framing the power of attorney. For instance, the doctor may state that an individual lacks the necessary thinking capacity to act in the best possible manner. In these circumstances, it would be obvious to appoint a power of attorney that is trustworthy and in no circumstance should betray the principal. Statistics have proved that agents can betray the original terms and conditions stated in the power of attorney documents and act selfishly while creating financial losses for the individual who granted the authority.

Similarly, in a general power of attorney, the agent can take major decisions pertaining to property and banking transactions of the principal. It is therefore suggested by the experts that one should appoint a power of attorney only when the need arises because the other person might not be as reliable as your perception. Often known as a substitute decision maker, the power of attorney is suppose to act for your betterment. You may opt for legal support if you feel that the agent appointed by you is abusing or misusing the rights granted.

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Question: My father has power of attorney for my grandmother, who is in a retirement home and now needs a nursing home. Back in the early 90's my grandmother gave my father 60,000.00 to put in trust for her in case down the road she needed more care. My father has spent all that money long ago not on my grandmother!My father also leave the country for 6 months of the year leaving no as back up for her.My father refuses to spent his money to put my grandmother in a nursing home even though he spent her money himself. What if any legal rights do the rest of the family have, to help my grandmother.

By: rhonda jonhston Posted: Feb 26 2006 11:03:34 AM

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