Category Archives: power of attorney

Powers Of Attorney…What Are They And What Do They Do?

By Sabrina Winters

Generally speaking, there are various types of powers of attorney in North Carolina; each with its’ own specific function.  Their function is more detailed than I will provide below.  However, generally it is as follows… 1.  Durable General Power of Attorney:  This Power of Attorney is created so that someone can manages finances for you.  [...]

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5 Things Your Child’s Caretaker Should Always Have Or Know

By Sabrina Winters

I took my daughter to the pediatrician the other day for her yearly check up. And while I was waiting to check in I heard the nurse say to the woman in front of me: “If you are not the parent we will need something in writing from a parent to treat the child.” It [...]

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3 Legal Documents Every Graduating Senior Needs to Ensure Parents Can Make Important Medical And Financial Decisions On Their Child’s Behalf (Press Release)

By Sabrina Winters

As a local attorney, I can’t stress enough how timely (and critical!) this information is.  Many young adults in our area will soon be heading off to college or traveling abroad without the 3 key documents (Advance Health Care Directive, HIPAA Form and Financial Power of Attorney) they need for mom or dad to oversee [...]

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PRESS RELEASE: Add Estate Planning to Your List of Resolutions in 2011!

By Sabrina Winters

Resolving to get your legal affairs in order is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your family, wishes and assets are protected if something unexpectedly happens to you this year. Charlotte, North Carolina:   While many people focus on getting out of debt or getting organized for the New Year, [...]

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It’s Snowbird Season…Don’t Let Your Estate Plan Leave You Out in the Cold!

By Sabrina Winters

When I used to live up north, it seemed as though 9 out of 10 people I knew were snowbirds! Flocking to LaGuardia and JFK taking “flight” every winter to head to a warmer climate during the long northeast winter months.  Then like clockwork, return around Easter time to get away from the heat and [...]

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PRESS RELEASE: ARE YOU LEGALLY PREPARED FOR AN ACCIDENT OVER THE DANGEROUS HOLIDAY TRAVEL SEASON?

By Sabrina Winters

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:  Sabrina Winters Phone:  (704) 843-1446 Email:  swinters@sabrinawinterslaw.com With the stores crowded, traffic horrendous and holiday parties in full swing, the period between Thanksgiving and New Years Day is undoubtedly one of the most dangerous travel times of the year.  Charlotte lawyer, Sabrina Winters, urges families to be prepared by making necessary [...]

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4 Reasons Why Young Professionals Need an Estate Plan

By Sabrina Winters

As a North Carolina estate planning attorney, I know young professionals have a lot to think about…starting their careers, buying their first home, starting a family.  All of these accomplishments are just the beginning of many bigger life events to come. So it is a rare day when someone in this generation wants to think [...]

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Another Reason Why On-line Document Drafting is Risky

By Sabrina Winters

When you use an online service to create your documents, it seems very appealing at first. 1.  The cost is ridiculously inexpensive (you do get what you pay for!); 2.  You can create a document 24/7; 3.  No extra fees to pay an attorney to do what seems to be a pretty easy job…just answer [...]

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A Great letter from the Presbyterian Buddy Kemp Cancer House

By Sabrina Winters

I received a wonderful letter the other day from Marcia Lampert, the Director at the Presbyterian Buddy Kemp Caring House in Charlotte, North Carolina.  The Cancer Center was referred to me by the North Carolina Bar to speak to their community regarding end of life planning. It is hard to deal with our own incapacity [...]

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Documents On Your Behalf: Living Will And Power Of Attorney

By Sabrina Winters

Planning for your incapacity is the only way to ensure that your health care wishes are followed in the event that you can’t speak for yourself. Most folks don’t like the idea of thinking about being in a situation where they are unable to speak for themselves. Unfortunately, this often leads to a lack of [...]

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