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This Article is designed to be of general interest. The specific techniques and information discussed may not apply to you. Before acting on any matter contained herein, you should consult with your personal legal adviser.

ADULT HEALTH CONSENT

A form has been jointly prepared by the California Medical and Bar Associations. (This may be the first time Doctors and lawyers ever agreed on anything!) This form authorizes a person you pre-select to make medical decisions for you, in the event that you are unable to do so. [This form is also called a "pull the plug" form.]

This is sometimes referred to as a `Living Will.' This document has nothing to do with Wills, but should be used in conjunction with a complete estate plan and Will.

A new (1992) law allows such forms to be valid forever in California, rather than merely 7 years as under prior law.

Pull The Plug Form

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