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===If you have worries about your attorney === | ===If you have worries about your attorney === | ||
Attorney(s) have a duty to act in your best interests and follow your wishes. But some attorneys ''misuse'' their power. They might take funds out of your bank account without your permission. Or they might sell what you own and use the money for themselves. This is financial abuse and it happens to many people, especially seniors. | Attorney(s) have a duty to act in your best interests and follow your wishes. But some attorneys ''misuse'' their power. They might take funds out of your bank <span class="noglossary">account</span> without your permission. Or they might sell what you own and use the money for themselves. This is financial abuse and it happens to many people, especially seniors. | ||
If you are worried about your power of attorney agreement or want to name someone else as your attorney, you can end the agreement as long as you are mentally capable. | If you are worried about your power of attorney agreement or want to name someone else as your attorney, you can end the agreement as long as you are mentally capable. | ||
