Global pop star Britney Spears has been in the news these past few weeks over alleged ‘abuse’ of over her court-imposed conservatorship. Britney’s father Jamie Spears is currently the co-conservator of her estate along with an outside financial group, the Bessemer Trust.

Britney Spears calls loved ones out for initial silence over conservatorship: ‘How dare you?’

Britney Spears got a major relief in her ongoing conservatorship tussle with father Jamie as she was granted permission to hire a new lawyer. She used the popular social media phrase “free Britney” as she posted a happy note: “Coming along, folks … coming along !

Britney Spears gets emotional as judge allows her to get new lawyer, thanks her fans

Britney Spears told a judge at a dramatic hearing Wednesday she wants an end to the conservatorship that has controlled her life and money for 13 years. Here's a look at how conservatorships operate, what's unusual about hers, and why she and so many fans want to #FreeBritney.

Britney Spears conservatorship case: How does it work and why is it different for the singer?