Will vs. Living Will: What Are the Primary Differences Between Them?
You have probably heard that it is important to have a will in place before you pass away. That way, you specify exactly what you want to be done with your assets and you make sure that the right people receive their designated inheritance. You have probably also heard that there are multiple types of […]
What is a Living Will?
Although the concept of the living will has been around for decades, there are still many misconceptions when it comes to this legal document. Sometimes referred to as an “advanced healthcare directive“, a living will permits you to express your wishes and instructions for healthcare and healthcare directions when you are incompetent and are in […]
When Do I Need a Living Will?
People have been leaving wills since the days of Ancient Greece, but living wills have only come about in the last 50 years. The living will was first created in 1967 by Luis Kutner, the attorney who helped found Amnesty International. Half a century later, there are living will laws in every state. But what […]