Scarlett Musson: Lasting Power of Attorneys in a time of Covid-19

Most adults understand the value of having a will in place to deal with their affairs when they die, whether or not they choose to act upon that knowledge. There is, however, often a lack of awareness about what would happen if they were to lose capacity during their lifetime without the appropriate planning in place. While a will is important to look after those left behind, the decisions to be made when a person loses capacity will directly affect their own lifestyle and wellbeing. For this reason, planning for this eventuality should be a high priority. As you may know, a Lasting P...