It is becoming a common theme - an elderly person has been scammed out of their savings. Now, they find themselves destitute with the possibility of losing their home. Unfortunately, these con artists are hard to catch. Therefore, it is imperative to take steps now to...
The Texas Advance Directives Act (TADA), as originally written, was considered far from perfect and even confusing by a number of groups, from medical professionals and hospitals to right-to-life groups. Specifically, there’s been debate around its provisions...
Nursing homes are a popular housing option for those who require specialized care and assistance with daily activities in their later years. While these facilities are supposed to be safe havens for seniors, instances of abuse and neglect can unfortunately occur,...
As people prepare for retirement, they have to think carefully about what may happen in the future. Those who do not yet have an estate plan may finally decide to sit down and draft a will. Those who already have basic testamentary documents may decide to revise their...
It’s really hard to watch a parent age. The person who once guided and protected you from harm may suddenly be unable to navigate this world without some help. How do you know it’s time to step in and ask the court for guardianship so that you can ensure your parent’s...
Guardianship is not the only option for helping an elderly person who needs assistance. There are other alternatives that may be less restrictive, less costly and more respectful of the person's rights and preferences. In fact, Texas law requires that guardianship be...
As we age, we are susceptible to a myriad of diseases. Some of them hit us quickly, but some terminal illnesses kill us slowly and painfully. This is why some look into Texas’s euthanasia laws. Euthanasia defined Euthanasia is defined as any intentional killing of...
If you or an elderly loved one are of a certain age, as an American and as a Texan, you are protected by all of the laws that are afforded to every citizen, but some of these laws take on special significance for people of 60 years and older. There are several laws...
Elderly individuals often need assistance to avoid hazards that would be obvious to a younger person. Any sort of elderly care facility must treat the safety of their patients as their highest priority. The failure to provide adequate accident avoidance care can lead...
As you or a loved one ages, there are some provisions in the law and some unique laws that exist to protect older people. Elder Law is interesting as a legal practice area because it is draws on multiple parts of the law. Those parts are family law, estate planning,...