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Your attorney has a duty to <span class="noglossary">act</span> in your best interests and to follow your wishes. But some attorneys misuse their power. They might take funds out of your bank <span class="noglossary">account</span> without your permission. Or sell what you own and use the money for themselves. This is financial abuse and sadly it happens often, especially to older people. | Your attorney has a duty to <span class="noglossary">act</span> in your best interests and to follow your wishes. But some attorneys misuse their power. They might take funds out of your bank <span class="noglossary">account</span> without your permission. Or sell what you own and use the money for themselves. This is financial abuse and sadly it happens often, especially to older people. | ||
If you are worried about financial abuse, you can <span class="noglossary">contact</span> the places listed above under elder abuse. Also see the options for legal help listed in the [[Find Out More in Learning about the Law|Find Out More]] section. | If you are worried about financial abuse, you can <span class="noglossary">contact</span> the places listed above under '''elder abuse'''. Also see the options for legal help listed in the [[Find Out More in Learning about the Law|Find Out More]] section. | ||
===Making a <span class="noglossary">representation</span> agreement=== | ===Making a <span class="noglossary">representation</span> agreement=== | ||