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,...
When the time comes that we need to find a nursing home for our loved ones, most people do not think about looking at the corporate structure or the insurance of the nursing home. However, more-and-more people are finding out the hard way that these two items are more...
The scope of a guardianship can vary under Texas law, but one fundamental remains: the ward who is under guardianship must be protected, and the guardian needs to be trusted. If there are potential problems, other interested parties should be aware of them and have...
Elder financial abuse is more common than many people realize. In fact, some studies estimate that millions of elderly people in America are financially abused, costing them billions of dollars each year. This is staggering and completely unacceptable. That’s why if...
Estate planning includes creating a will or trust, but it can also include long-term care planning. Long-term care refers to personal care services that a person may need as they age, including those needed to address significant health conditions or disabilities....
Many older adults in Texas find it difficult to care for themselves due to certain physical and mental health conditions. Nursing homes and personal caretakers can provide the elderly with the support they need as they get older. However, there are many reports...
Setting up a guardianship for an elderly family member is an important process for their loved ones. It is important for family members to be familiar with the process of setting up a guardianship because a lot rests on that process. The process of setting up a...
Long-term care planning is an important part of everyone’s life. Even when a Texas resident is young and capable of taking care of their own needs, they should begin to think about how they see the rest of their lives playing out in terms of their own independence and...
Texans who have an elderly loved one who needs oversight and protection will often be unsure of their available options. Making sure that the person is cared for appropriately and shielded may require legal steps. One that is often beneficial is a guardianship. With a...
All residents enjoy the rights and protections afforded by the state. But, for seniors our state provides special protections and rights. Specifically, for those 60 and above, Section 102.003 of the Texas Human Resources Code outlines these specific rights. And,...