Unabke to sign distribution paperwork

[Guest bmurphy]

We are TPA for plan - individual who was injured at work has asked for a hardship distribution to cover medical expenses. He has injured his hands & cannot sign the forms. We are waiting to see if his spouse has POA, in which case she could sign. Let's say POA doesn't exist - what other options are there?

[mbozek]

One way would be if state law permits some one to sign on his behalf in his presence-- U need to consult with an attorney to see if there is a procedure which is used for illiterate persons who put a an x on a document and another person signs their name next to the x.