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What if my dad was treated bad and neglected while at the hospital

Answered 10 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer
I would have to know what you mean when you say that he was "treated bad" and "neglected"? What injuries did he suffer as a result of this treatment that he received?
I would have to know what you mean when you say that he was "treated bad" and "neglected"? What injuries did he suffer as a result of this treatment... Read Answer

Is there a legal way to be set paid for caring for my mother in law in our home 24/7 and is a durable power of attroney legal

Answered 12 years and 8 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer
William R. Pelger
Reveiw the POA s with a local attorney to see if they are legal. if they are, that will be a tremendous help to you. As far as being paid, ask the attorney down there or call whoever is paying you for more information. 
Reveiw the POA s with a local attorney to see if they are legal. if they are, that will be a tremendous help to you. As far as being paid, ask the... Read Answer

Does a durable power of attorney trump the wishes of the principal in the case where the principal is diagnosed with dementia

Answered 12 years and 10 months ago by attorney William R. Pelger   |   1 Answer
William R. Pelger
You should ask a TN lawyer but normally, a POA has language that says something to the effect, when i am unable to make decisions for myself or if i am incapacitated. This condition is subject to interpetation and opinion. Just because someone has dementia does not necessarily mean they cannot make decisions for themselves. if there is a power struggle over this, the opinion of the treating physican would be key.... Read Answer
You should ask a TN lawyer but normally, a POA has language that says something to the effect, when i am unable to make decisions for myself or if i... Read Answer
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