What to do if I signed a POA so my mom could get my child medical services while I’m gone but she put my daughter through a surgery that I told her not to?
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What to do if I signed a POA so my mom could get my child medical services while I’m gone but she put my daughter through a surgery that I told her not to?
Her condition wasn’t life threatening or harming her. She didn’t need the procedure right now. I want to go get my child. My mother says I’m not allowed to get her. I need to know if I can?
Asked on September 27, 2012 under Family Law, Florida
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Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I doubt that the document you signed was a power of attorney (POA) with respect to your minor child since minors are incapable of contracting in all states in this country. Rather, I suspect the document was some guardianship document signed by yourself with respect to your mother giving your mother some authority to have the medical procedure done as to your child that you do not approve.
In any event, I suggest that you consult with a family law attorney and have some document drawn up rescinding and cancelling whatever power you gave to your mother with respect to your child.
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