Generally, adult guardianship, or conservatorship, are the same thing and different states use one name or the other. When an individual cannot make important decisions for himself or herself, a judge ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. On June 23, Britney Spears gave a passionate testimonial to the California Superior Court in a plea to end her 13-year conservatorship.

When someone is no longer able to care for him or herself, or their estate is in disarray, a conservatorship is granted by a court to a caregiver/guardian. It’s a radical step, but typically necessary ...