Trustees are usually given very broad authority with respect to trust property. I would seek clarification regarding the provisions for...

How can I get my money from a trust of estate

How did you find out that your brother is the administrator of the estate? Do you have a copy of the will or trust? Do you have a probate court...

Am I liable to pay for full damages? The prices of the tablet vary greatly. If I'm liable, how is the cost determined?

Irrespective of liability, it wouldn't make sense for the tablet owner to file a lawsuit over a $200-800 item unless he files a lawsuit in small...

What more is needed for a winning case?

It sounds like you may have a viable trust contest to invalidate the amendment on grounds of undue influence, lack of testamentary capacity, and...

Is there a time limit to filing a breach of fiduciary duty in California?

Yes, the relevant statute of limitations is three years. I recommend engaging a trust lawyer to see if the dispute can be resolved without...

How much would it cost to have a lawyer explain the will to me and how can I find out how much his estate was worth?

There are many competent estate/will/probate attorneys in San Diego who would be happy to sit down with you and give you an analysis of the will. ...

What legal reason would someone have for naming another party as both their durable PoA and the trustee of their living trust?

My colleagues have provided excellent and informative answers to shed light on your situation. Please clarify if: (1) Your father's friend...

What can I do now?

You could file a small claims lawsuit or hire an attorney to send a demand letter which may or may not work.

How does a Living Trust work when there are Schedules A. B. C. - NO Will & Parent dies

As my colleagues have previously stated, you would be well served with a complementary consultation with a local estate planning attorney who would...

Civil Procedure in a probate petition / Trust Contest

In addition to the accurate information that my colleagues have stated, I wanted to mention that motions for summary judgment relating to...