How Do You Execute A Living Will?
A living will is a legal document that lets your family members, friends and physicians know that you don’t want extreme measures taken to prolong your life in the event of a serious trauma, disability or chronic disease. To make sure your wishes are carried out, you need to take several personal and legal steps. Start by scheduling an appointment with your lawyer to discuss the circumstances under which you would like your living will to be carried out. Generally, these conditions involve terminal illness or permanent disability. But you need to be specific. For example, many people address terminal illness in their living wills but not permanent disabilities. Bring a close friend, spouse or family member to this appointment to reinforce your wishes and serve as a witness to the signing of the will. You can execute a living will yourself by downloading a free document online, completing it yourself and getting it witnessed. But be thorough and tend to all of the details. Set a time li
