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Undermining Overbearing Relatives

What do you do if an elderly signer is being pressured to sign a document — like a power of attorney or an advance directive — by a child or other relative? These situations can be touchy, but there are key elements every healthcare Notary should assess before determining whether or not to proceed.

Hotline Tip: What Is A Surety Bond?

Hotline Tip: What Is A Surety Bond?

A surety bond is a financial guarantee that a person who loses money because of a Notary’s misconduct will be reimbursed up to the bond’s limit.

January Poll Results: How You Handled A Questionable Request

January Poll Results: How You Handled A Questionable Request

Our January poll regarding questionable Notary requests resulted in more than 2,000 responses from across the nation, and 57 percent said when faced with uncertainty they sought guidance from trusted resources, such as their state agency or the membership Notary Hotline.

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