Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New Jersey
Power of Attorney
My brother has Power of Attorney and is paying my mothers bills out of her bank account. She is now in the hospital and trying to get on Medicaide. I want to know because of the POA is my brother responsible for her bill in the event of her death
Asked on 4/19/08, 8:23 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Cappuccio
Ronald J. Cappuccio, J.D., LL.M.(Tax)
Re: Power of Attorney
A Power of Attorney is only valid during the grantor's life. Once your mother dies, the Power of Attorney is automatically terminated. The person designated as Executor in your Mother's will would have the responsibilty for administering the estate.
I hope this helps!
Ron Cappuccio
http://www.SaveYourEstate.com
Answered on 4/19/08, 10:36 pm
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