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How Can Your Estate Plan Protect You If You Become Incapacitated in Louisiana

It is natural to avoid thinking about the potential injuries, illnesses, and disabilities that could leave you unable to care for yourself in Louisiana. But failing to confront these fears and plan for the possibility can make things much more challenging for you and burden your loved ones unnecessarily. That is why it is important…

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Is A “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR) Order the Same Thing as a Living Will in Louisiana? 

It may not be the most pleasant thing to think about, but it is important to know your options when it comes to end-of-life care. Estate planning involves two tools: the living will, and the Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) order. Although they both provide instructions and control outcomes during end-of-life situations, they have unique applications…