power of attorney

Example Sentences

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You can, along with a financial adviser, teach them how to evaluate risk and assess long-term gains, or offer to hold their power of attorney.

From MarketWatch

He said his wife had power of attorney over his medical care.

From Washington Post

The friend also has power of attorney over the victim.

From Los Angeles Times

My sister has my mom’s power of attorney and probably has some insight but we’ve never discussed it and I’m not comfortable asking because my family is critical and judgy.

From Washington Post

Other less restrictive alternatives to guardianship include a power of attorney, which authorize someone to make certain choices on a person’s behalf for a certain period of time.

From New York Times