People create trusts to carry out their final wishes and secure beneficiaries’ futures. But when a trustee avoids their duties, this can be a devastating blow. The good news is that you have options, and you don’t have to let
Imagine this: you are the beneficiary of a trust and are already overwhelmed by the broad spectrum of emotions that come from grieving the loss of a loved one. But what if the trustee your loved one entrusted with carrying
In the past, individuals not named as beneficiaries in a trust had virtually no options if they felt they were wrongly excluded and deprived of their rightful inheritance. However, recent California court rulings have completely changed the landscape. To those
A trustee is tasked with serving as your financial guardian for a trust and protecting an inheritance with unwavering loyalty. However, trustee misconduct occur when they fail to properly manage the trust or actively jeopardize your financial future for their
A trustee is supposed to protect trust assets for the benefit of the beneficiaries. But when a trustee fails to fulfill their responsibilities, whether they have breached their fiduciary duty or are mismanaging assets, removing them as soon as possible
Unfortunately, sometimes family members or friends take advantage of your loved one and manipulate them into changing their will or trust, intentionally interfering with your inheritance. The realization that this happened can be devastating. It is an attack on your
Being named the beneficiary of a trust can be a life-changing event that serves as a testament to your relationship with your deceased loved one. But what if you are having trouble finding the trust document itself? Navigating trust law
Yes, trustees can get paid in California, but it depends on how the trust was set up. If the trust specifically states that a trustee is not to take any fees, then no, trustees are not allowed to be paid,
Imagine you are the beneficiary of a trust that has been created to ensure your financial security, but as the trustee manages it, you notice that they seem to be profiting from their role at your expense. It doesn’t take
As a beneficiary, it can feel like you are at the mercy of the trust document, regardless of the circumstances surrounding its creation. However, it’s essential to understand that if you have legal standing and valid grounds for contesting a