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Small Claims Court - Basic Information

Understanding Kansas Small Claims Court: What You Need to Know Kansas small claims court was established in 1973 to provide a simple, informal procedure for people to settle smaller legal problems cheaply and quickly. Americans have always had the right to represent themselves in a courtroom. In small claims court, the parties represent themselves on small legal matters without attorneys.

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Power of Attorney for Healthcare

Use this document (fillable form attached below) to chose the person who will carry out your health care instructions in case you are not conscious or are unable to make those decisions. You do not have to chose a family member. If you do, make sure to give that person a notarized copy. Also share the document with other family members and give a copy to your doctor. This document only gives powers to your chosen person while you are living. You may take away that power or change it at any time.

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Pre-Hospital Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Request Form

This form may be signed prior to a hospitalization to make clear your wishes in certain health care situations. A copy should be provided to the hospital, at admission. You may also wish to provide one to your primary doctor. The form, attached below, is fillable.

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Advance Directives, Living Wills & the Durable Power of Attorney

Kansas Health Care Documents Explained: Living Wills and Durable Powers of Attorney The main question these documents address is “who controls your health care if you are not able to make decisions yourself?” Kansas statutes make two legal documents available to you to make sure your wishes are followed:

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Health Care Durable Power of Attorney

Attached is a brochure that explains all about the Health Care Durable Power of Attorney.

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Kansas Transfer on Death Deed

What is a Transfer on Death (TOD) Deed? Benefits, Drawbacks, and How to Use It A transfer-on-death (TOD) deed, also called a beneficiary deed, looks like a regular deed used to transfer real estate. But there's a crucial divide: It doesn't take effect until your death. You are free to change your mind and revoke the deed at any time during your life.

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What to do if . . . you get sued for money.

Facing a Summons? Here’s How to Prepare for Your Court Case If you get a summons saying that you have been sued for a debt or another reason, you should do the following: Learn what type of case you are involved in. The simplest way is to look at whether the summons gives you a specific date to appear in Court.

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Power of Attorney and Advance Directives

You have the right to make decisions now regarding your own health care in the future. What is Advance Care Planning? Advance Care Planning is a process for helping you understand possible future health care choices. Reflect on your own values and goals and discuss your choices with those persons closest to you. You may also put your wishes in writing in case you become unable to make your own decisions in the future.

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