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As competent adults, we have the constitutional right to make decisions for ourselves regarding our use of artificial life support in the event that death is imminent or a state of coma or vegetation becomes permanent. Unfortunately, once in that state, we are not able to make our desires known if they are not already established in writing. Today's life support systems can keep an individual's body alive for years, even if the brain is no longer functioning or the person is in constant pain.
Take control of these difficult decisions so your family won't have to do it for you. Unlike a Last Will and Testament, Alabama living wills do not determine what will happen to your property once you pass away; a living will is a document which lets you decide whether or not to be kept on artificial life support. Indicate any special wishes or instructions and rest assured that if you change your mind, an Alabama living will can be cancelled or revoked at any time.
Included in the LegalZoom living will is the ability to grant someone else health care power of attorney, meaning they can make important health care decisions on your behalf in case you are unable to do so. LegalZoom can help you quickly and easily take control of your health care decisions by preparing a customized Alabama living will online.
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