Before you send your kids to college, make sure they sign a power of attorney form

College students are usually legal adults, which means parents may not have a say when a medical crisis hits. A medical power of attorney can help them stay informed and make decisions in an emergency.

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updated November 21, 2023 · 4min read


Lorelei Laird

by Lorelei Laird

Lorelei Laird is a Los Angeles-based writer specializing in the law. Her stories have been published by the ABA Journ...

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