Adult Guardianship: Bryan Fagan Law's Insights (2025)

The Role of Guardians in Planning End-of-Life Wishes Under Texas Law

End-of-life planning is a deeply personal process that ensures an individual’s wishes regarding medical care, asset distribution, and other important matters are respected. For individuals under guardianship, this process becomes more complex, as guardians often have the legal responsibility to make critical decisions on behalf of their wards. In Texas, guardians play a pivotal role

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Texas Guardianship for Self-Employed Wards: Managing Business FinancesGuardianship for Self-Employed Wards: Managing Business Obligations and Finances in Texas

Financial Law, Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

Guardianship is a legal construct designed to safeguard individuals who are unable to independently manage their personal, medical, or financial affairs due to incapacity. In Texas, the complexities of guardianship increase when the ward—a person under guardianship—is self-employed or owns a business. The guardian’s role expands significantly, requiring them to manage not only the ward’s

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Guardianship for Tech-Savvy Seniors: Protecting Digital Privacy in Texas

Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

The increasing integration of technology into daily life has created exciting opportunities for tech-savvy seniors. In Texas, a state with one of the fastest-growing senior populations in the U.S., this trend is evident as older adults adopt smartphones, social media, online banking, telehealth platforms, and other digital tools. These innovations have enhanced their ability to

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Guardianship and the Gig Economy: Managing Freelance Income for Wards in Texas

Financial Law, Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

In Texas, guardianships are designed to protect vulnerable individuals who are unable to make important decisions due to disability, age, or incapacity. A guardian—whether appointed by the court as a guardian of the person, estate, or both—assumes responsibility for managing a ward’s affairs. As freelance and gig economy jobs grow increasingly common, many wards may

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Exploring International Perspectives on Guardianship Laws and Practices: A Focus on Texas

Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

Guardianship, a legal mechanism designed to safeguard the rights and interests of incapacitated individuals, serves as a vital lifeline in ensuring their protection and well-being. Rooted in principles of care and advocacy, guardianship empowers designated individuals to make decisions for those who cannot do so themselves, whether due to age, disability, or other incapacitating factors.

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Guardianship for Athletes and Performers in Texas: Managing High-Value Careers

Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

In the world of professional sports and entertainment, athletes and performers face unique challenges. Beyond the spotlight, many of them need support in managing their high-value careers and finances. This is where guardianship plays a pivotal role, particularly in Texas, where state laws and regulations guide guardianship arrangements for these individuals. Guardianship for athletes and

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Guardianship for Entrepreneurs: Protecting Business Interests in Texas

Financial Law, Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

Entrepreneurship brings freedom, creativity, and autonomy. But what happens when an entrepreneur, due to incapacity, can no longer manage their business affairs? In Texas, guardianship can be a critical safeguard for ensuring that an entrepreneur’s business and personal interests are protected in such situations. Guardianship provides a legal mechanism through which a trusted individual or

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Handling International Assets for Wards Under Texas Guardianship Law

Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

When it comes to Texas guardianship law, the focus is often on managing the personal and financial well-being of a ward (someone unable to care for themselves due to age, disability, or incapacity). However, things become more complex when international assets are involved. Managing international property, investments, or business interests adds layers of challenges, including

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The Impact of Guardianship on Voting Rights in Texas: What Wards Need to Know

Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

In the state of Texas, guardianship is a legal process designed to protect individuals—known as wards—who are unable to manage their own affairs due to physical or mental incapacity. Guardianship can have far-reaching effects on a person’s life, ranging from financial decisions to personal freedoms. One particularly significant consequence of guardianship is its impact on

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How Texas Guardianship Laws Differ for Minors and Adults

Family Law, Guardianship / By Joseph Oluwatukesi

Texas guardianship laws play a crucial role in protecting vulnerable individuals, whether minors or adults, who are unable to manage their affairs. However, the laws governing guardianship in Texas differ significantly depending on whether the ward is a minor or an adult. Understanding these differences is key for family members, caregivers, and legal professionals seeking

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The Role of Guardians in Planning End-of-Life Wishes Under Texas Law

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Texas Guardianship for Self-Employed Wards: Managing Business FinancesGuardianship for Self-Employed Wards: Managing Business Obligations and Finances in Texas