Should You Give Your Health Care Agent Immediate Authority? When you create a California Advance Health Care Directive, one important choice is when your agent’s authority begins. You can choose for your agent’s power to take effect immediately—or only after you lose the ability to make your own medical decisions. Many clients pause here, unsure…
A Simple Roadmap to Estate Planning: Turning Intention into Action At Kaminski Law Group, we believe estate planning isn’t about paperwork — it’s about peace of mind. It’s about protecting what matters most, ensuring your family is cared for, and creating a legacy that truly reflects your values. We know these conversations can feel overwhelming,…
“It’s Okay, Mom Wouldn’t Have Wanted That”: Understanding POLST, DNRs, and Advance Directives in California When emergency crews arrived, Susan felt her heart race. Her mother, Evelyn, had collapsed at home. Paramedics were ready to start CPR. “Wait,” Susan said through tears. “She didn’t want this. She made that clear.” But when they asked for…
Why Creating an Advance Health Care Directive is the Ultimate Act of Love Imagine this: you’re sitting in your favorite chair, sipping tea, and thinking about the future. Not the big things like the next family vacation or your career goals, but the quieter, more delicate parts of life—your health, your legacy, and the wishes…
What documents have taken on more immediate importance as the pandemic continues? Here is a list of documents to seriously consider dealing with immediately: Advance Health Care Directive — This document names someone to make health care decisions for you. You can describe your preferences for end-of-life care. Last Will and Testament — This document…
