Fort Lauderdale, FL asked in Elder Law for Florida

Q: My loved one is in an assisted living facility. I visit her on a frequent basis. I fought with the power of attorney bec

Because he only visits rarely (he is the love ones son. He has advisded the assisted living facility that I am no longer able to visit my loved one.Court is not an option. Does a power of atorney have this power? She has had pneumonia since Easter. He will not let me take her to the hospital. Her primary doctor does not have the creditials to treat her at a hospital. I am scared she will die since she has become worse.

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A: When you need legal advice, it is best to actually go see an attorney for a full discussion of the issues.

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