Category Archives: advanced medical directives
posted: May 23, 2013
As a local attorney, I can’t stress enough how timely (and critical!) this information is. Many young adults in our area will soon be heading off to college or traveling abroad without the 3 key documents(Advance Health Care Directive, HIPAA Form and Financial Power of Attorney) they need for mom or dad to oversee their [...]
posted: April 21, 2013
If you already have Advanced Directives (Durable Power of Attorney and Health Care Power of Attorney) in place and you are going through a divorce or are recently divorced, you have some very important steps to take NOW! Without a doubt, your divorce will have a major impact on your estate plan. I know…this is [...]
posted: April 16, 2013
National Healthcare Decisions Day is on April 16th, and it is an important reminder for every adult to share their private wishes about medical treatments and possible end-of-life care with family. Far too many people assume that their families would make the choices they would want in an emergency. Yet every day we hear stories [...]
posted: December 15, 2011
Generally speaking, there are various types of powers of attorney in North Carolina; each with its’ own specific function. Their function is more detailed than I will provide below. However, generally it is as follows… 1. Durable General Power of Attorney: This Power of Attorney is created so that someone can manages finances for you. [...]
posted: November 16, 2011
Under North Carolina law, it is not always your spouse ultimately who may make medical decision on your behalf. The following persons (summarized from the statute), in the order indicated, are authorized to consent to medical treatment on behalf of a patient who is comatose or otherwise lacks capacity to make or communicate health care [...]
posted: January 31, 2011
“Does dad consider living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia to be quality of life?” “Is there legal documentation in place that ensures someone can act financially on mom or dad’s behalf if they are unable to?” These are just two of many questions that experts are urging adult children to ask their parents during Alzheimer’s and Dementia [...]
posted: December 13, 2010
Resolving to get your legal affairs in order is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your family, wishes and assets are protected if something unexpectedly happens to you this year. Charlotte, North Carolina: While many people focus on getting out of debt or getting organized for the New Year, [...]
posted: December 10, 2010
When I used to live up north, it seemed as though 9 out of 10 people I knew were snowbirds! Flocking to LaGuardia and JFK taking “flight” every winter to head to a warmer climate during the long northeast winter months. Then like clockwork, return around Easter time to get away from the heat and [...]
posted: November 30, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sabrina Winters Phone: (704) 843-1446 Email: swinters@sabrinawinterslaw.com With the stores crowded, traffic horrendous and holiday parties in full swing, the period between Thanksgiving and New Years Day is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous travel times of the year. Charlotte lawyer, Sabrina Winters, urges families to be prepared by making necessary [...]
posted: November 5, 2010
As a North Carolina estate planning attorney, I know young professionals have a lot to think about…starting their careers, buying their first home, starting a family. All of these accomplishments are just the beginning of many bigger life events to come. So it is a rare day when someone in this generation wants to think [...]
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