Definition of Power of attorney

a legal document one can use to appoint someone to make decisions on their behalf

Examples of Power of attorney in a sentence

The elderly woman gave her daughter power of attorney, so she could handle her financial affairs.  🔊

While in the hospital, power of attorney allowed Caroline’s husband to make all decisions about her care.  🔊

A power of attorney was created for the serviceman who wanted his mother to oversee decisions in his absence.  🔊

Because he had a medical power of attorney, Glenn had someone to make choices while he was in a coma.  🔊

A power of attorney is needed if you would like a trusted person to become your proxy while you’re out of the country.  🔊

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