What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Maryland
My mother, age 80, just moved to Missouri and has recently re-done her Last Will and Testament. The attorney is asking her 3 children to sign a HIPPA Release so that he can secure a doctor's report as to the competency of the person (one of her children) to act as fiduciary. I am aware that a HIPPA Release is only "good" for 12 months. My mother is in good health and could live another 20 years. I can't imagine why this attorney is asking for this at this time.
I called and spoke to him yesterday. He said if I didn't want to sign it, don't. He went on about how if one of us is unable to act as fiduciary, then this signed form would help him go to the next person on the list. My brother is #1, older sister #2, and I'm #3. There is some ill will between my brother and the 2 sisters.
I would like an opinion on this matter. Thank you.
JMG
My mother, age 80, just moved to Missouri and has recently re-done her Last Will and Testament. The attorney is asking her 3 children to sign a HIPPA Release so that he can secure a doctor's report as to the competency of the person (one of her children) to act as fiduciary. I am aware that a HIPPA Release is only "good" for 12 months. My mother is in good health and could live another 20 years. I can't imagine why this attorney is asking for this at this time.
I called and spoke to him yesterday. He said if I didn't want to sign it, don't. He went on about how if one of us is unable to act as fiduciary, then this signed form would help him go to the next person on the list. My brother is #1, older sister #2, and I'm #3. There is some ill will between my brother and the 2 sisters.
I would like an opinion on this matter. Thank you.
JMG