Diana L. Anderson Law Blog

I am in the middle of completing research for an article I hope to have published that compares the laws about advance medical directives in each of the 50 states and Washington, D.C.  I was amazed how differently each state approaches advance medical directives.  One difference that stood out is the way in which the document is made legal.  Some states require only one witness, some require two witnesses, or two witnesses and a notary, or a notary instead of two... Read More

If you are in a Domestic Partnership or Civil Union, think about executing a Hospital visitation Authorization, especially if the relationship with your partner’s extended family is not always pleasant.  This could avoid conflicts if your loved one is ever hospitalized, and decisions regarding treatment and other issues arise. You can prepare this document separately and keep it with your Advance Medical Directive. The necessary language is the following:... Read More