How a durable power of attorney can help if you have lung cancer

If you have lung cancer or mesothelioma and you are worried about how your bills will be paid, checks deposited, or investments made when you no longer have the ability to do it yourself, there is a solution. By preparing a legal document called a durable power of attorney, you can give a relative or friend the right to handle money matters for you. Make sure that the person you pick to handle your affairs is someone you can trust. The durable power of attorney will be canceled upon your death and your financial matters will be handled according to the directions in your will. It may be a good idea to consult a lawyer before you prepare a durable power of attorney.