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Living Wills & Health Care Proxies: Assuring That Your End-of-Life Decisions Are Respected

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As an estate planning attorney, I am very impressed with the sample forms and analysis contained in this book. While I believe and recommend that such forms be prepared or at least reviewed by an attorney, these are the best forms I have seen available to the public. If you review or think through these forms, you well prepared to meet with an estate planning attorney.

I highly recommend this book because it addresses religious issues which no other books cover, provides cutting edge legal tips (in plain English) to avoid the tragedy that Terri Shiavo's family endured and presents a far more comprehensive approach than the generic internet forms most people use. If you care about what happens to you when/if you are unable to make medical decisions for yourself, then read this book.

I am a legal aid hotline attorney and own an online medical supply and equipment business. This book is informative but probably provides more infomation than you need if you just want to draft a wiling will. There is a wealth of information and sample forms on the internet. In Illinois, where I practice, you can find forms for living wills, power of attorney for health care, declaration for mental health treatment and more on the Illinois Department of Public Health website. Many other government sites have similar resources. The problem with using forms from a book is that they can become outdated and ineffective. The real key to a living will is to make sure your family and medical providers know you have one. Otherwise, your wishes will not be known. Read this book for an indepth treatment of this subject, but to just draft a living will you can find what you need online for free.

Mr.Shenkman's book is excellent and an easy read. He presents such an important and difficult topic in a very concise format, addressing issues that many would not think of in drafting a living will. A MUST READ, especially in light of the tragedy the family of Terri Schiavo has just endured.

With the Terri Schiavo case still fresh in our minds, the need for a living will and/or health care proxy is vitally important.
This book offers timely advice about living wills and the need to find a professional advocate, like Mr. Shenkman, to guide you through the process. It is important for you, and your family, to be prepared when the time comes. This is an important book that should be read by all.