Living Will

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Definition of "Living Will"

A living will allows you to express your wishes regarding specific medical treatments when you are dying and unable to personally communicate those wishes. Also called a health care proxy. A Living Will is part of LawDepot's Health Care Directive.

"Living Will" is referred to in the following legal documents:

Health Care Directive

See also:

Medical Power of Attorney

Last Will and Testament

Living Will Resources

Living Wills Keep End-of-Life Care Burdens Off of Your Family - An article about the importance of having a living will.