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There may be many reasons that an individual is unable to make decisions for themselves.

This is a situation that is frequently encountered in the context of brain injury claims.

What is Lasting Power of Attorney?

Lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a document prepared by a solicitor, granting one or more people the power to make decisions about your affairs in the event that you are incapacitated by illness or injury. Commonly this is required in brain injury cases.

Typically an LPA document is put together while you are capable. There are two key types:

  • Health & Welfare: Grants an appointed individual (attorney) the right to make decisions about your care and wellbeing if you are incapacity.
  • Property & Financial: Gives an appointed person the rights to make decisions about your financial affairs, assets and property. This can be acted upon even if you have mental capacity.

How long does Power of Attorney last?

While you are mentally able, you can cancel the document or make changes to it. For instance, if your incapacitation is temporary, you may cancel the LPA when you regain capacity.

How we can help with Lasting Power of Attorney

Telephone: 01603 214 220

How we
can help you

Brain injuries can have a wide range of effects, many of which may not be obvious immediately after an accident. As a member of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL), AvMA, Brain Injury Group and The Law Society for Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence, our team has represented victims in a wide range of cases.

To find out more about our expertise, please call:

Contact one of the team:

Caroline Billings

Partner / Head of Private Client

Wills and Probate solicitor

Dawn Parkes

Partner

Wills and Probate solicitor


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