Trust Dispute Legal Guidance

Summary

In California, you may have grounds for a preliminary injunction if there is evidence of undue influence, breach of fiduciary duty, or misrepresentation by a trustee. Present medical records and testimonies to support claims of undue influence. Highlight the trustees failure to provide documents and any self-dealing actions. Document instances of misrepresentation and threats. Relevant probate codes include California Probate Code Sections 6100.5, 16060, 16061, and 16004. Consider consulting a local attorney for detailed advice and to effectively argue your case in court.

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I am about to file a prelimanary injunction in los angelas county ,ca. My grandmother died an left a trust with * benificiarys. * being my mother. While my grandmother was in the hospital and coming out of surgery my uncle restated the trust document and had her sighn it. Its clear by her signature she was under the influence of medication. She lived another 3 months before she passed away. Amd in that time the trustee my uncle. Had sold her buisness wich is part of the trust, as well as my grandmothers house wich is adjacent to hos property to himself for way below fair market value. All with out my grandmothers consent an while she was of sound mind. We recieve the new restated trust document on the first of april. 1 day after the trustors death. In the document my mother was given the right to keep the home she has lived in for almost 30 years as part or in whole her share of the trust. 6 days later she gets a notice saying that she needs to pack her stuff an move out the trustee is saling the home an they have * weeks. after decideing to keep the house as her share. She refused and she waited for the trustee to have it apraised like the document says is his duty And waited at least * to 6 months fornthe trustes to produce trust accounting documents and other request documents that never came. An she passes away during that time frame. I am her next and only living issueby right of representative an my uncle is now trying to do the same to me with out giving me any documents ive requested or notices he is suppose to give once i became a bennificiery. He has been lying to me about what is in the trust amd what isnt. An hes demanding i give up an mive out the house and give up my moms truck, wich is not titled in the trust name. Are these sufficent grounds for a preliminary injunction in california?
You may have sufficient grounds for a preliminary injunction based on:
- Potential undue influence in the restatement of the trust.
- Failure of the trustee to provide required documents and notices.
- Potential self-dealing by the trustee.
Consider consulting a local attorney specializing in trust and estate law for detailed advice. Do you need information on legal resources in Los Angeles County?
What about the lying about trust assets and threating me to aquire assets that were desighned to be left to the original benificiary?
Lying about trust assets and threatening to acquire them can be considered a breach of fiduciary duty by the trustee. This strengthens your case for a preliminary injunction.
Would you like information on legal resources in Los Angeles County to help you pursue this matter further?
No i would like to know how to argue all these j
To argue these points effectively in court, consider the following:
- Undue Influence: Present evidence showing your grandmother was under medication and not in a sound state of mind when she signed the restated trust. Medical records and testimonies from healthcare providers can be helpful.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Highlight the trustee's failure to provide required documents and notices, along with any evidence of self-dealing (e.g., selling property below market value).
- Misrepresentation: Document instances where the trustee lied about the trust assets and threatened you. Gather any written communications or witnesses who can support your claims.
Consider consulting a local attorney to help you prepare and present your case effectively.
Inwoukd like to know how to argue all these key points. As well as probate codes they are under for each example
To argue your key points effectively in court and reference the relevant probate codes, consider the following:
- Undue Influence:
- Present medical records and testimonies showing your grandmother was under medication.
- Relevant Probate Code: California Probate Code Section *.*.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty:
- Provide evidence of the trustee’s failure to provide documents and self-dealing.
- Relevant Probate Code: California Probate Code Section *, *.
- Misrepresentation:
- Document instances of the trustee lying about trust assets and threatening you.
- Relevant Probate Code: California Probate Code Section *.
Would you like details on legal resources in Los Angeles County to help you further?
Using this same scenario Can you give me examples of how i can show that by not granting this injunction it will do irrepairable harm?, and how it would preserve the current situation?,an a example of how incould ahow a balance of hardship?
Sure! Here are some examples for each point:
- Irreparable Harm:
- Your uncle may sell the house and other assets, making it impossible to recover them if the injunction is not granted.
- Your home and vehicle, which hold sentimental value and are irreplaceable, would be lost.
- Preserve the Current Situation:
- Granting the injunction will maintain the status quo by preventing the sale of the house and assets until the legal matters are resolved.
- This ensures that the trust’s assets remain intact and available for a fair division.
- Balance of Hardship:
- The hardship to you and your family (losing a home and valuable assets) outweighs any inconvenience to your uncle in maintaining the current status of the trust assets.
- Your uncle’s actions could cause significant financial and emotional strain on you, whereas maintaining the assets does not impose undue hardship on him.
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Can you tell me where to find a pdf template or download for a preliminary injunction in los angelas county?
You can find a PDF template for a preliminary injunction on the Los Angeles County Superior Court website. Look under the "Forms" section for relevant templates.
Would you like more information on how to fill out this form or any other legal guidance?
Can you find me cases and filings similar to mine?
To find cases and filings similar to yours, you can:
- Search for case law on platforms like Westlaw or LexisNexis.
- Visit the Los Angeles County Superior Court's website for public records and case filings.
- Review previous cases involving undue influence, breach of fiduciary duty, and misrepresentation in trust matters.
Would you like more guidance on how to search these platforms or specific cases to look for?
Cant you search them?
I'm unable to perform specific searches, but I can guide you on how to search for similar cases:
*. Westlaw/LexisNexis: Use these platforms to find case law. Search keywords like "undue influence," "breach of fiduciary duty," and "trust misrepresentation."
*. Los Angeles County Superior Court: Access public records and case filings on their website.
*. Google Scholar: Search for legal cases using similar keywords.
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