Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Nebraska
Power of Attorney
How can I get a power of attorney for my brother-in-law that passed away in a truck/train accident. We need this for insurance purposes
Asked on 12/28/06, 6:42 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
James Grissom
Law Office of James P. Grissom
Re: Power of Attorney
Too late now to get a PoA. That must be signed when the person is alive.
Answered on 12/28/06, 7:00 pm
Re: Power of Attorney
A power of attorney won't help you. A person must be living to grant the power, and the power dies with the person. If you need to pursue insurance, then you will need letters of administration (assuming no will) or letters testamentary (if there is a will.) There are a few other alternatives, but they are fact specific. Feel free to call me at the office if you want to discuss this further.
Answered on 12/28/06, 8:22 pm