You can see in the Video: lawyer explains – Why your spouse should have a power of attorney. Source: RTL.de

Suppose you yourself is not in the position to make decisions about their health or situation in life – for example after an accident or a serious illness: Who is allowed to decide how it goes? The common assumption that the spouse, or a close pair in case of emergency automatically qualify to act as guardian in appearance, is not true, unfortunately. After all, who has exhibited no power of attorney, the risk that, in the case of a Stranger over operations, care, and even financial matters, can decide. This can occur if the guardianship court appoints a so-called professional managers at the guardian. What are the other reasons, a precautionary power of attorney is important and what you should consider if you want to give such a power of attorney, declared attorney-at-law Anja Hanisch in the Video.