When doing your estate planning, it’s crucial to consider the use of an advance directive. This is a medical document that helps to ensure you get the care that you want later in life. Remember: Estate planning is not just about assets and financial decisions. You...
Advance directives
Gov. Cuomo signs bill to simplify power of attorney forms
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed a bill that will simplify New York's power of attorney forms. The law, which will take effect in June 2021, makes power of attorney forms easier to fill out. In fact, New York residents can fill out the new power of attorney documents...
Why advance directives are more important than ever
In March, April and May, when New York was the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the United States, many residents started thinking about how well they had planned for a healthcare emergency. One reason many considered creating an advanced healthcare directive...
