Posted on December 20, 2024 in Guardianship

Suppose your mother is getting older and is unable to remember things or make good decisions regarding financial issues or health issues. A guardianship can help you do those things for her. But what about a power of attorney? Is this document just as good as guardianship?

Texas guardianship and power of attorney have many things in common but also some distinctive differences. If you are considering either of these, you need an experienced Bosque County, TX estate planning attorney who can help you make the best choice for your expected outcome.

What is Texas Guardianship?

Guardianship in Texas is split into two categories. When the goal is to care for a person’s basic needs and medical issues, it is known as guardianship of the person. If the goal is to protect another person’s financial assets, it is known as guardianship of the estate. In most cases, guardianship is sought for an elderly person who cannot manage his or her medical or financial needs, an adult who has lost the mental capacity to make decisions, a disabled adult, or a minor receiving property.

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 Posted on November 19, 2024 in Violent Crimes

On November 8, a Tarrant County Grand Jury indicted a former North Texas police officer for the crime of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. While on duty, the former police officer allegedly hit a man with a radio, causing bodily harm, then lied on the incident report, claiming the man hit his head on concrete. The Texas Rangers are investigating the incident and will present their findings to the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office.

In 2022, the rate of aggravated assault across the United States was 268.2 cases per 100,000 people – a slight decrease from the prior year. If you are facing assault charges in Texas, it is important that you have a full understanding of the potential penalties and long-term consequences you could face following a conviction. Your freedom and future could be on the line if you are convicted of assault or aggravated assault. Speaking to a knowledgeable Hood County, TX criminal defense attorney from The Law Offices of Rob Christian can help ensure you receive a vigorous defense.

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 Posted on October 17, 2024 in Wills and Trusts

Across the United States, between 0.5 and 3 percent of wills are contested. Of those contested wills, a little more than a third are successfully partially or fully overturned. Two of the most notable cases of a will contest in the U.S. include the estate of legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, which resulted in decades of litigation between family members, and the legal battle between Anna Nicole Smith and the son of J. Howard Marshall over an estate worth $1.6 billion.

While will contests during probate are not particularly common, they are often unexpected to those who were named as heirs in a will. Whether you are dealing with a challenge to the will of a loved one that could threaten your own inheritance or you want to contest a will, you can get assistance from an experienced Parker County, TX, probate attorney.

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 Posted on September 30, 2024 in Violent Crimes

In 2013, the state of Texas passed a junk science law that many called "innovative," "pioneering," and even "revolutionary." This law aimed to allow new trials in cases that were determined using flawed scientific evidence. Unfortunately, the highest court in Texas has rejected every death row challenge filed under Article 11.073 of the Texas Criminal Code, as well as many other non-death row challenges.

Those facing murder charges in Texas have every reason to fear the outcome, as the state has notoriously harsh criminal offense laws. If you or a loved one is facing murder or manslaughter charges, contacting a highly experienced Hood County, TX criminal defense attorney from The Law Offices of Rob Christian can be the best step you can take during this difficult time.

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