Anyone creating an Estate Plan wants to ensure that the plan will work as intended and will withstand legal challenges. Sometimes though, beneficiaries need to bring a legal contest to enforce the terms of the decedent’s plan and force fiduciaries to act in accordance with their duties. This article examines a recent court case that could have ended in a failure of the decedent’s Estate Plan.
In today’s increasingly litigious society, protecting your assets has never been more crucial. Everyone is susceptible to potential legal claims, whether from everyday activities, your profession, or the assets you own. A simple accident or a professional oversight can expose you to claims that threaten your financial stability. For instance, you might face liability from … Read more
Anyone creating an Estate Plan wants to ensure that the plan will work as intended and will withstand legal challenges. Sometimes though, a legal challenge is necessary to ensure that the Estate Plan reflects the true intent of the decedent is carried out and that the fiduciaries act in accordance with their duties. This article examines the most common ways that litigation arises in the Trusts and Estates arena.