A Living Will (also known as a “Advance Directive” or a “Directive to Physician”) is a document that we draft for some clients as part of our Estate Package. The Living Will clearly states and directs that a treatment preference be followed if one of the following scenarios takes place:
a. Terminal Condition: If you are suffering with a terminal condition from which you are expected to die within six months, even with available life-sustaining treatment; or
b. Irreversible Condition: If you are suffering with an irreversible condition so that you cannot care for yourself or make decisions for yourself.
Living wills can be amended or revoked at any time by the creator.
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