Power of Attorney Act

The Power of Attorney Act allows a person (the "principal") to appoint another individual (the "attorney-in-fact") to make decisions on their behalf, typically regarding financial or legal matters. This can be useful if the principal is unable to handle these responsibilities due to illness or absence. The act outlines the rights and limitations of the attorney-in-fact, ensuring the principal’s wishes are respected. It can be general, granting broad authority, or specific, focusing on particular tasks. The Power of Attorney can be revoked anytime, as long as the principal is mentally competent.