What constitutes a breach of fiduciary duty?
A fiduciary is an individual who has a duty to act in the best interests of another. There are many kinds of fiduciary relationships, but some of the most common are guardian-ward relationships, [...]
What constitutes undue influence in a Will or Trust contest?
The Florida Supreme Court case which has set the standard for determining undue influence in Will disputes is the seminal case of In re: Estate of Carpenter, 253 So.2d 697 (Fla. 1971), which held [...]
When can trust and estate litigation occur?
Though most matters in probate court go unchallenged, certain situations can arise which necessitate probate, trust, or guardianship litigation. Some common such scenarios include, but are not [...]
