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Barr Law, PLLC specializes in litigation related to probate, trust, guardianship, and power of attorney disputes.

We also manage estate, probate, and trust administrations, while staying current with legal updates.

09/03/2026

Barr Law, PLLC is honored to announce that Andrea L. Barr has been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® as a Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® for her work in:

• Trusts and Estates
• Litigation – Trusts and Estates

Best Lawyers recognition is based entirely on peer review, reflecting the confidence and respect of fellow attorneys within the legal profession. See https://www.bestlawyers.com/

We are grateful for this honor and for the continued trust our clients place in Barr Law, PLLC. Andrea Barr has been recognized in the Best Lawyers in America® as a Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® since 2022.

08/26/2026

If you are pursuing a legal claim after a loved one’s death, you may have heard two terms that sound similar but are legally distinct: wrongful death and survival action.

A wrongful death claim compensates the surviving family members for their own losses. This includes the financial support the deceased provided, the loss of their companionship and guidance, and the mental anguish the family has endured.

A survival action, on the other hand, is filed on behalf of the deceased person’s estate. It seeks compensation for what the deceased themselves suffered before they died, including pain and suffering, medical expenses, and wages lost between the injury and the death.

In many Texas cases involving negligence or misconduct, both claims are filed together because they address different losses arising from the same event. Understanding the difference matters because they involve different parties, different damages, and different legal considerations.

At Barr Law, PLLC, we represent families in Houston pursuing both wrongful death and survival action claims in Texas.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today. Visit https://txbarrlaw.com/ or call 713-724-3728.

08/19/2026

Guardianship in Texas is not always permanent.

If the circumstances that led to a guardianship change, such as a ward recovering capacity, a disability being treated successfully, or a previously unavailable family member becoming available to provide support, the guardianship can be modified or terminated by the court.

Texas law requires courts to review guardianships on a regular basis, and wards have the right to petition the court to restore their rights if they believe they no longer need a guardian. The process involves presenting evidence that the person is capable of managing their own affairs or that a less restrictive arrangement would be appropriate.

This is an area where families often do not realize they have options. Guardianship can feel permanent once it is in place, but Texas law was designed with the possibility of restoration in mind.

If you believe an existing guardianship is no longer necessary or appropriate, speaking with an attorney can help you understand what it would take to modify or end it.

At Barr Law, PLLC, we represent clients in guardianship proceedings of all kinds throughout the Houston area.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today. Visit https://txbarrlaw.com/ or call 713-724-3728.

08/11/2026

When someone passes away in Texas, their debts do not simply disappear. Creditors have the right to make claims against the estate, and the executor or administrator is responsible for handling those claims properly.

Texas probate law requires that notice be given to creditors after someone passes, giving them an opportunity to file claims. If claims are not handled correctly, the executor can face personal liability. And if assets are distributed to beneficiaries before creditors are paid, those distributions may have to be undone.

At the same time, not every creditor claim is valid. Executors and beneficiaries have the right to challenge claims that are improper, time-barred, or unsupported.

Navigating creditor claims in a Texas probate proceeding requires careful attention to deadlines, documentation, and legal procedure. Getting this wrong can delay the entire administration and expose the estate to unnecessary liability.

At Barr Law, PLLC, we handle probate litigation and estate administration disputes throughout the Houston area.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today. Visit https://txbarrlaw.com/ or call 713-724-3728.

08/04/2026

What Damages Are Available in Wrongful Death Cases?

Wrongful death claims are about more than financial recovery—they are about accountability and helping families pursue justice after a devastating loss.

Our latest blog explains the types of damages that may be available in Texas wrongful death cases, including:
• Financial losses
• Mental anguish
• Loss of companionship
• Exemplary damages in certain cases

👉 Read the full blog: https://txbarrlaw.com/blog/

07/29/2026

Not all wrongful death cases involve accidents. Some of the most heartbreaking cases we handle involve vulnerable people who died because of negligence in a nursing home, hospital, or medical setting.

When a patient dies as a result of substandard care, a medical error, medication mistakes, untreated pressure sores, or neglect, the family may have a wrongful death claim under Texas law. These cases require a careful review of medical records, expert testimony, and a clear understanding of the applicable standard of care.

What makes these cases especially difficult is that families often do not realize the death was preventable until after the fact. They trusted the facility or provider to care for their loved one, and that trust was broken.

If you believe a loved one’s death may have been caused by negligence in a medical or care setting, you owe it to your family to have the situation reviewed by an attorney.

At Barr Law, PLLC, we represent families in Houston who are pursuing wrongful death claims, including those involving medical negligence and nursing home neglect.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today. Visit https://txbarrlaw.com/ or call 713-724-3728.

07/23/2026

One of the most serious violations a trustee or executor can commit in Texas is self-dealing.

Self-dealing happens when a fiduciary uses their position to benefit themselves at the expense of the beneficiaries. Examples include selling trust or estate assets to themselves at below-market prices, paying themselves excessive fees, directing business opportunities to their own companies, or lending trust funds to themselves or family members.

Texas law imposes a strict duty of loyalty on trustees and executors. That duty prohibits them from placing their personal interests above those of the people they serve. When they do, beneficiaries have the right to seek legal remedies, including recovery of the diverted assets and removal of the fiduciary.

Self-dealing is not always obvious. It often takes a careful review of financial records and accountings to uncover it. If you suspect something is off with how a trust or estate is being managed, do not ignore that instinct.

At Barr Law, PLLC, Andrea L. Barr is an experienced fiduciary litigator representing beneficiaries in Houston and throughout Texas.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today. Visit https://txbarrlaw.com/ or call 713-724-3728.

07/16/2026

Many people assume that once a guardianship case is filed, the outcome is automatic. It is not.

In Texas, the person at the center of the proceeding, known as the proposed ward, still has important legal rights. Those rights include receiving notice of the application, being represented by an attorney, and may include attending the hearing, presenting evidence, and objecting to the guardianship itself.

Texas courts must also consider whether a less restrictive alternative is appropriate before granting a full guardianship.

Guardianship proceedings can significantly impact a person’s independence, finances, and daily life. Understanding your rights and legal options is critical.

At Barr Law, PLLC, we represent clients in contested guardianship matters throughout the Houston area.

Contact Barr Law, PLLC today.
🌐 https://txbarrlaw.com/
📞 713-724-3728

07/07/2026

How to Challenge a Guardianship in Texas

Guardianship disputes can involve difficult questions about capacity, family conflict, and fiduciary responsibility. In Texas, guardianships may be challenged when concerns arise about necessity, misconduct, or the proposed guardian’s suitability.

Our latest blog explains:
• Common reasons guardianships are contested
• What evidence courts consider
• Possible outcomes in guardianship litigation

👉 Read the full blog: https://txbarrlaw.com/blog/

07/04/2026

Happy Fourth of July from Barr Law, PLLC!

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, a milestone honoring the freedoms, principles, and resilience that continue to shape our nation.

We wish everyone a safe and meaningful Independence Day spent with family, friends, and community.

From all of us at Barr Law, PLLC, Happy Fourth of July.

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