Doctors play an important role in the provision of, or withholding of, resuscitation treatment in nearly all medical situations. However, research suggests, somewhat disturbingly, that doctors are not well versed with the laws surrounding Do Not Resuscitate orders. ..

Enduring guardianship and enduring power of attorney are two ways you can protect yourself when things go wrong. They basically grant a person, nominated by you, the legal authority to make decisions for you should you be incapacitated in an accident or lose mental capacity through old age or illness…