Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Matthew F. Erskine is a trusts and estates attorney. Along with a Will and a Trust, the most common documents used in estate ...

A lasting power of attorney can be used to appoint a loved one to help with important financial and medical decisions. With ...

It's not pleasant to think about, but someday you may be unable to make decisions for yourself. Designating a power of attorney will protect your interests. A durable power of attorney gives someone ...

Have you ever had the problem of a bank, hospital or other institution not recognizing a properly filled out and signed power-of-attorney form that gave you the authority to deal with that bank or ...