A deeply divided state Supreme Court has ruled that the “all powers” language found in the Durable Power of Attorney Act allows an agent to change the beneficiaries listed on a person’s retirement plan.
The decision, which was reached by a 4-3 majority, holds that such a change in beneficiaries does not constitute a gift and, therefore, allows an agent to make the change without a specific enunciation in the power of attorney.
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