Unemployed mother can't afford living on her own Aug 26, 2008
My sister is his power of attorney and has issued that money to my mom to go toward his loan so she doesn't lose the house. The interest rate is 8. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
* When to say, enough is enough Aug 26, 2008
Have I assigned a durable power of attorney for health care ... Do I need a durable power of attorney for financial affairs. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hilo veterans home corrects defects Aug 25, 2008
Such directives can be overruled by a relative or other person who has power of attorney for the patient, Ribbentrop said. "The bottom line is that the patient is fine," Kowalski said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
AARP: Con artists zero in on those over 50 Aug 22, 2008
She developed so much trust in Scott that she gave him her power of attorney and made him her health surrogate. Scott could not be reached for comment; his phone was disconnected. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Council tends to its chores Aug 21, 2008
--Heard a complaint from Oscar Cobos over the seizure of a horse trailer, travel trailer and auto from property over which he holds power of attorney. He called the city s seizure malicious use, and sought either compensation or return of the seized items. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Test case on right to sue Sultans Aug 20, 2008
In Datuk Hari Menon, suing as legal representative of Tuanku Jaafar Ibni Almarhum Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Yang diPertuan Besar Negri Sembilan [2005] 4 MLJ 506, the plaintiff had commenced an action pursuant to a power of attorney given to him by the Yang diPertuan Besar of Negri Sembilan ... In a surprising decision the High Court ruled that Article 181(1) includes the Rulers prerogative to grant a power of attorney to any person of legal capacity to commence legal proceedings for and on behalf... (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Suits question real estate transactions Aug 17, 2008
But they signed up with S.D.A. in March 2007, moved back home to Louisiana and gave owner Regina Preetorius power of attorney to deal with the house ... Obtaining power of attorney isn't a normal step in real estate transactions, Mr. Ledford said ... Ms. Preetorius obtained power of attorney from the original owner and transferred the title to S.D.A. in 2005. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Court Removes Daughter as Mother's Health Proxy Aug 15, 2008
"You don't expect a hospital to be threatening you that they're going to put aside your mother's choice of health care proxy and power of attorney, and replace you," Ianthe said. Although not wishing to comment on the specifics of this case, the head of Intensive Care at Strong Memorial Hospital testified in a courtroom that there is no chance Dorothy will awaken or communicate. (WOKR13 Rochester)
Trustee sought for Vick Aug 15, 2008
He gave her a broad power of attorney over his financial affairs and $550,000. Vick s attorneys have sought to have Wong account for the funds and have accused her, in court documents, of having removed additional substantial funds without his authorization. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Training in Yakima (updated Aug. 13) Aug 14, 2008
I'm trying to get our finances and business in order, wills done, insurance, power of attorney- these are things that normal people just don't have to go through ... We have been talking about planning wills, power of attorney, life insurance, getting our daughter enrolled in our health insurance. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Gretna man claims daughter, son-in-law stole $1.5 million Aug 13, 2008
Doss made his daughter, Emma, power of attorney, according to attorney Rachel Sanford. "Everything Mr. Doss signed from that point was consistent with his belief that his daughter was going to take care of him and his money," Sanford said. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
A desire for equal privileges Aug 11, 2008
"I'd love to have the rights and privileges involving taxes, home ownership, hospital visitation, inheritance, power of attorney, etc., that heterosexual couples have.". Paul said she and Latimer realize that their California marriage isn't valid in Colorado, where voters two years ago passed a constitutional amendment defining marriage as being between one man and one woman, and also rejected a referendum that would have established legal partnerships for same-sex couples. (Durango Herald)
Vick adviser accused of swindling church Aug 10, 2008
Vick's attorneys filed a document that declared Vick had given Talbot power of attorney on June 7 and named Talbot as his "chosen advisor, manager and responsible person to manage my affairs." Included was a signed agreement between the men that Vick would pay Talbot $15,000 per month during the bankruptcy proceeding. The trustee in Vick's bankruptcy proceeding, as well as attorneys for some of Vick's creditors, have objected to Talbot's appointment as adviser. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Inconsistencies show the truth Aug 10, 2008
To get the museum built, Craig gave Porter some control that eventually morphed into power of attorney. Porter kept a separate post office box so Craig wouldn't see his financial statements, prosecutors showed. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Jurors defend murder, abuse convictions of Doug Porter Aug 9, 2008
ELDER ABUSE: These two charges stemmed from Porter's role as a caretaker for Craig because Craig gave Porter power of attorney over his financial and health care decisions ... Craig was crippled in the 2002 wreck, and Porter had power of attorney over his finances and health care decisions. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Deadline for Road Home looms Aug 9, 2008
By October 1st, all title, mortgage and power of attorney issues also have to be resolved. Attorney Davida Finger is lobbying for the deadlines to be dropped, saying low income residents who need the funding most are the ones who will suffer the repercussions. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Elder Affairs eyes new home at 'Garage' Aug 8, 2008
They offered an additional 20 workshops at lunch or in the evening focused on a wide variety of subjects of concern and interest to seniors in the community, including health issues, financial planning, legal issues (power of attorney, wills, and protecting assets) and mature driving. They sponsored two intergenerational programs pairing up the seniors with Deer Hill fourth graders. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Osu to celebrate 2008 Homowo on August 26 Aug 8, 2008
In the year 1984, Nii Ashong Omaboe an elder of Adjuateh We was given a Power of Attorney by his father the then Acting Osiahene Nii Okwei Omaboe, to represent him in court because he was incapacitated. He went further with this Power of Attorney and claim to have installed Nii Nortey Owuo III as Osu Mantse. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Holocaust victim ID theft Aug 7, 2008
For the Holocaust victims, Leighnor obtained dormant Swiss bank account lists which detailed the "names of owners and Power of Attorney Holders of Swiss bank accounts that were open or opened between 1933 and 1945 and whose owners were probably or possibly victims of Nazi persecution . . .". Leighnor drafted, with the above identifying information for his targeted victims, correspondence to be mailed to various governmental agencies and other organizations in order to obtain official... (WTVR.com, VA)
RAF decision needs time Aug 6, 2008
Several other attorneys have also this week turned to the court to stop the fund from making direct payments to their clients where the clients had given them power of attorney to negotiate and receive payments on their behalf. Van der Merwe earlier on Tuesday granted an order by consent between one claimant and the RAF in terms of which the Fund will have to pay a settlement amount directly to the claimants attorneys, Gert Nel Inc.. (iAfrica.com)
Uses and Abuses of Financial Power ... Aug 5, 2008
Uses and Abuses of Financial Power of Attorney: A Useful Tool That Can Backfire Easily ... Uses and Abuses of Financial Power of Attorney ... Uses and Abuses of Financial Power of Attorney. (Suite101.com)
Quincy lawyer, Medford associate indicted for fraud, larceny, embezzlement Aug 5, 2008
Each month he received a check, Schena would allegedly forge his aunt s name, signing his own name as power of attorney, and cash the checks. Schena is currently being held on $1,000,000 cash bail on previous insurance fraud charges out of Suffolk County. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Jury finds Porter guilty of murder Aug 5, 2008
ELDER ABUSE: These two charges stemmed from Porter's role as a caretaker for Craig because Craig gave Porter power of attorney over his financial and health care decisions. The jury agreed that Porter abused his position, causing Craig's death, meaning he could face as much as 11 years in prison. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Elder abuse is frequent, but not investigated Aug 1, 2008
-- Assign a power of attorney over your assets - It has to be granted to someone you trust ... -- Make the power of attorney specific and long lasting - You need to talk to a good elder attorney about it and if you can't afford one, go to legal services. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Dad says landlord cheated son serving in Kuwait Jul 31, 2008
From his home in Deer Isle, Maine, Norman Powers has power of attorney for James, a petty officer, managing his son's affairs while he's stationed on a ship in the Middle East. Part of that role includes trying to recover the balance of a security deposit his son paid for a Pleasant Street studio apartment he rented eight months before his April deployment. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Belief in God, parenthood prompt gay partners to make commitment Jul 31, 2008
Within this group, a subsample of those who had legalized their same-sex relationship by making a will or granting power of attorney to their partner was identified. Length of relationship was the strongest predictor that a couple would legalize their relationship. (EurekAlert!)
After 24 years on job, court commissioner stepping down Jul 30, 2008
In December, Olson closed his attorney office in Beaver Dam after nearly 40 years, but still handles cases with wills, trusts and power of attorney from his home. Olson began his law career in Dodge County right after law school. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Porter says he repaid money Jul 25, 2008
Fisher said she compared signatures on the documents with signatures on documents Craig signed when he set up a trust and gave Porter power of attorney over his affairs. She said the same person signed all of the documents. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Buzz Briefs: Miley Cyrus, Sherri Shepherd Jul 24, 2008
" Rapper DMX Indicted On Felony Charges In Arizona Rapper DMX has been indicted on felony charges by a grand jury in Arizona for allegedly trying to get out of paying a hospital bill. Maricopa County Attorney Andrew Thomas says the 37-year-old rapper, whose real name is Earl Simmons, has been charged with one count of theft and one count of taking someone else's identity. Authorities say Simmons went to Scottsdale's Mayo Clinic in April, said his name was "Troy Jones," and received care with the... (CBS News)
Jonas Brothers may move to Texas Jul 23, 2008
Those documents show the three band members granted power of attorney to their mother, Denise Jonas, to buy a 2. 8 million dollar, six-bedroom house in the Vaquero neighborhood. (KRNV.com, NV)
Judd Apatow, Christian Bale, Britney Spears Jul 23, 2008
County records obtained by The Dallas Morning News indicate that the three band members granted power of attorney to their mother, Denise Jonas , to buy a $2. 8 million house in Vaquero, a gated community in the suburb of Westlake, Texas. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
OMG: Jonas Brothers moving to N.Texas?! Jul 22, 2008
Tarrant County records indicate that members of the Jonas Brothers the brother band turned pop cult craze granted power of attorney to their mother, Denise Jonas, for the purpose of buying a six-bedroom house in Vaquero, a gated community in Westlake. The documents were signed June 12. (KHOU.com, TX)
Against gay marriage (25) Jul 17, 2008
When the truth is that just because you are married does not mean you have rights or authority unless you have a written will, a living will and power of attorney. These are the only things they need and a necessary thing for every married couple. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Bravo Blog Entry #1 Jul 15, 2008
We have been talking about planning wills, power of attorney, life insurance, getting our daughter enrolled in our health insurance. the list seems to go on and on. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Owner of NW gym charged with stealing from his elderly mother Jul 15, 2008
Citing court documents, the Portland Tribune reported that Nordmeyer was a legal trustee for his 86-year-old mother and had power of attorney over her affairs while she lived in a Florida nursing home. He was to manage her finances and pay her rent. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Caring for parents Jul 14, 2008
Her parents had refused to draw up a power of attorney, which would have authorized another person to handle their financial affairs if they were incapacitated. My mother was so paranoid, said Livingston, who is her mother s guardian and is still sorting through her finances. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
In Appellate First, Attacks on Wills Barred After Estate Owner Dies Jul 13, 2008
In 2002, an attorney for the father sought to end the conservatorship, transfer all assets to a living trust and give power of attorney to his daughter. A battle ensued between the siblings over allegations by the son that his sister exerted undue influence over their father and isolated him from family and friends based on his incapacity after the stroke. (Law.com)
More of this story Jul 13, 2008
According to a probable cause affidavit, Stultz had been named as the aging man s power of attorney as well as the trustee of his trust fund. Authorities were initially alerted by DHS Adult Protective Services personnel saying that funds from the man s bank accounts were being depleted. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Vick files for bankruptcy protection Jul 13, 2008
Court documents list Talbot as a "trusted advisor" who has been "placed in charge of Vick's affairs by virtue of a general power of attorney." Talbot will receive payment for his services, according to court documents. In court documents, Talbot claims to be a medical doctor who has transitioned to become a financial planner and management consultant. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Spencer: Barman checks IDs, but not attitude at door Jul 13, 2008
"My power of attorney took 'em and won't give 'em back." That was after he fell and broke his shoulder a few years ago ... "I got rid of that power of attorney and got another one." Then he fell and broke his elbow ... Dardine sums up Reyburn in one word: "Tenacity." A few years ago, while Reyburn was recuperating from one of his falls, his nephew, to whom he had given his power of attorney, put the bar and property on the market for $550,000. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
MORE: Bret Michaels' life is 'part roses, part thorns' Jul 8, 2008
"I never give away power of attorney," Michaels says. "I sign checks for all the road crews. That's not the fun part, but it's also the reason we've been successful for 20 years. Everyone wants to go to the party and the red carpet, but my life is 90% the work. My icing on the cake is the hour, hour and a half I play on stage.". (USA Today -- Life)
Tours of institute offer peek at brain research Jul 6, 2008
Sun City resident Ty Dale said that donating was a challenging decision when his family had medical power of attorney for his mother. Dale's mother, Mary Elizabeth Dale, died of Alzheimer's in February. (AZCentral)
Eminently quotable: 'We strive to have zero fatalities' Jul 5, 2008
- Lisa Lappi, stranded in Bismarck with her children, trying to get back to Germany and awaiting a signature from her husband to grant her power of attorney, a process that is dependent on mail from him while he is stationed in Baghdad. q q q. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
My mission: Confirmation of self-diagnosis, STAT Jul 4, 2008
Here s a copy of my living will, my medical power of attorney, and my safe deposit box key. I have prepared a complete family medical history dating back to 1865, listed my drug allergies and copied my insurance card and my college transcripts. (Washington Daily News, NC)
Reassessment process flawed, taxpayers told Jul 3, 2008
Rodgers said a lawyer or a relative with power of attorney could speak on their behalf. After the appeals process, unsatisfied residents have the right to appeal their assessments to the Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Stranded family one step closer to home Jul 3, 2008
Lappi said at that point she was awaiting a signature from her husband to grant her power of attorney. But she said that process was dependent on mail from him while stationed in Baghdad. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Terry Rindfleisch: Advance directives: Don’t leave your family guessing Jul 2, 2008
Everyone should consider a power of attorney for health care ... Appoint a power of attorney for health care, someone who truly is an advocate and can carry out your wishes. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Advanced Directives Jun 29, 2008
Firstly there is a Living Will and secondly a Durable Power of Attorney for health care ... Durable power of attorney for health care is a document in which one person names another person to make decisions about health care and only health care ... While a living will states a person's specific preferences regarding medical treatment, a durable power of attorney for health care designates an agent to make health care decisions. (Suite101.com)
Jury Room gets a favorable verdict Jun 25, 2008
95) include Double Jeopardy, Beyond Reasonable Doubt Tuna Melt, and Power of Attorney. You get the idea. (Boston Globe)
Older adults invited to resource fair to be held in Sugar Camp June 25 Jun 24, 2008
Between 3 and 6 listen to speakers on important topics relevant to older adults like, Preparing a Power of Attorney for Health Care; Health issues (flu, pneumonia and the new shingles shot); options for staying in your home; How to plan ahead to make good decisions for you and your family; Emergency preparedness, sample an Arthritis Foundation Exercise Class. Learn about older adult benefit issues like Medicare, Prescription Drug Coverage, Social Security and much more. (Forest Republican, WI)
List of bills signed by Jindal Jun 24, 2008
This bill relates to the five-year prescription for actions involving a power of attorney. HB 879 Schroder. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Israeli family protests Hamas cease-fire Jun 23, 2008
Shalit's parents said they saw the letter as their moral power of attorney to file the petition in their son's name. His father, Noam, confirmed to CNN that the letter was in Shalit's handwriting and appeared to have been written recently. (CNN -- World)
Portland lawyer indicted in fraud case Jun 21, 2008
The criminal charges accuse Richardson of helping a friend, Eric J. Penn, obtain the power of attorney and title to his elderly aunt's home in North Portland just weeks after Penn's aunt was declared mentally incompetent ... On July 17, 2006, Richardson is accused of going with members of the Penn family to the nursing home and persuading Margaret Patton to sign over her North Haven Street home to her nephew, Eric Penn, a convicted felon, for no fee, and giving him the power of attorney and... (OregonLive, OR -- News)
A lose-lose situation Jun 21, 2008
In a recent letter, Dr. Mark Guttman, Mr. Treyes's Parkinson's specialist, said he had "strongly recommended" that his patient give someone power of attorney over his finances. Mr. Treyes said he was not comfortable handing such authority to a family member. (National Post)
Same-Sex Marriage Through History Jun 19, 2008
There isn't a single thing they gain legally here that cannot be done with the current legal documents such as power of attorney, a will, etc. This is as the good Dr. above says. (Human Events Online)
Daughter, son-in-law deny charges in Doss lawsuit Jun 17, 2008
According to the seven-page lawsuit, Doss, who does not read, write, or hear, gave his daughter power of attorney over his financial affairs in 2005. The lawsuit alleges Doss and her husband liquidated her father's assets by "deceiving or unduly influencing him to sign documents that he could not read and did not understand.". (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Owner of gold mine in Amador County sells controlling interest Jun 14, 2008
U.S. Energy has delivered a power of attorney to RMB giving RMB the right to vote the common shares of Sutter Gold now owned by U.S. Energy. The Sutter mine has a 3. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
It pays to be prepared Jun 11, 2008
"Every single adult should have an enduring financial power of attorney and an enduring power of guardianship. If you don't, there is the potential for decisions to be made by someone you would not have chosen. It is a very simple preventative measure to take," Winn says ... If you use a solicitor, the cost can range from as little as $200, for a simple will and enduring power of attorney, to upwards of $5000 for complex arrangements ... The importance of a Power of Attorney. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Caregiving: Know Your Options Jun 11, 2008
- Verify that your loved one has a Will, financial power of attorney, advance directive and funeral plans. If they don t, work with them to get these affairs in order. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
An Affair To Remember Jun 11, 2008
And if we get lucky when we're old, then we need to have drawn up a sexual power of attorney before it's too late. Who controls the intimate lives of people with dementia. (Slate)
The law overrides a father's intentions Jun 10, 2008
He moved all of his accounts to another broker and changed his power of attorney using a new lawyer. Between the time of the move and Dad's death six months ago, he never seemed to have time to spend with us. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
SEZs run into stamp duty wall Jun 9, 2008
However, other stamp duty rates prescribed by Parliament in Indian Stamp Act, 1899, (eg stamp duty on agreements, affidavit, articles of association of a company, partnership deed, lease deed, mortgage, power of attorney and security bond) are valid only for Union Territories ... g. stamp duty on agreements, affidavit, articles of association of a company, partnership deed, lease deed, mortgage, power of attorney and security bond) are valid only for Union Territories. (India Times)
With God on his side Jun 9, 2008
Some time after the funeral it emerged that Richards, who had Broadhurst's power of attorney, had taken out a loan for $270,000 on her behalf from a man called Gary Oakes. Oakes is a estate agent in Huskisson, near Jervis Bay, and, at the time of the loan was a client of Richards's accountancy firm. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Honor Flight Receives A $60,000 Donation Jun 8, 2008
Jack died in 2000 and before June died in 2006, Knight was given power of attorney and asked Knight to donate funds to worthy causes. "I didn't want history to be lost and about a month and a half ago I was watching the news and saw Honor Flight," said Knight. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Pastor changed crash story, witness says Jun 6, 2008
Another insurance officer, Robert Oats, said Porter assured him the first time they spoke that Craig never would sue Porter because Craig gave Porter power of attorney over his affairs. Soon after, the company cut Craig a $25,000 check to close the file, a relief to Oats, who figured his company was on the hook for at least the policy maximum of $250,000, he testified. (Modesto Bee, CA)
