In the event that an individual becomes so incapacitated by an accident or illness that they are unable to communicate health care decisions for themselves, a living will provides instructions to the family and doctor for how the injured would like to be cared for in life or death medical situations. In most cases, living wills come into effect when a person is declared brain dead, comatose, or is so gravely ill they cannot make their wishes known.
A living will dictates whether or not the debilitated patient would like to be put on life support, continue life support, or terminate life support when their body is unable to sustain itself without assistance. When drafting living wills with our attorneys, clients can dictate specific guidelines as to the medical treatment they deem appropriate in a variety of situations. In essence, a living will gives you a voice when you may not be able to physically speak on your own behalf.
Let our estate planning attorneys in New Jersey help you and your family achieve peace of mind through the creation of a living will. Contact our law firm today and schedule a free initial consultation with one of our estate planning attorneys. Our attorney will listen attentively to your goals and wishes and provide you with the best plan for preserving your wealth and passing it on to those who are important to you.
