Posts Tagged ‘incapacitated’

Guardianships

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

Sometimes, family members or concerned friends really want to help an Elderly individual who is incapacited, and seems to no longer be self-sufficient.  Our firm represents elderly individuals to obtain official assistance to make the critical health care  and financial decisions of everyday life.  Generally, these are individuals who do not have powers of attorney or living wills and health care providers or financial institutions refuse to deal with unauthorized individuals, even if they are trusted loved ones such as children, spouses, siblings or close friends.

If you or someone you love requires a Guardianship proceedings, please call the Alberto Brothers Law Firm at 732-200-0779 to set up a consultation so that we may assist you in this process.  Thank you.

Power of Attorneys

Thursday, January 21st, 2010

A power of attorney is a key document to possess in the event that sickness or old age prevents you from taking care of your own matters.  Health care institutions or banks may refuse to deal with you or your loved ones if they feel like you are not capable of making sound or good and sound decisions.

Individuals who fail to make a power of attorney are putting themselves at great risk of requiring a Guardianship.  A Guardianship proceeding is a costly legal procedure that involves someone making an application to the Supreme Court of New Jersey on your behalf declaring you as legally incompetent and naming an individual, not of your choosing, to handle your affairs.

In many instances, a Power of Attorney is as important as a Last Will and Testament and more important than a Will during one’s life.

If you or your parents require a Power of Attorney, please call the Alberto Brothers Law Firm at 732-200-0779 to set up a consultation.