I received a “Waiver of Notice”. What does that mean?

By Coleman P. Hengesbach, Esq. It has been a few weeks since your father’s passing, or any relative or loved one, and you receive a letter in the mail that includes a document titled, “Waiver of Notice”. Your mind is already clouded with grief due to your father’s...

What are common “red flags” in Undue Influence Cases?

By Coleman P. Hengesbach, Esq. In almost all cases involving challenges to a will or trust due to undue influence, the person being taken advantage of is in a weakened state, both mentally and physically. That is because someone in a vulnerable state is easily...

What happens if the co-trustees do not agree?

By Seton T. Hengesbach, Esq When the co-trustees of a trust do not get along or cannot agree on decisions regarding the trust many problems arise. Fortunately, Florida law has a provision that allows a court to remove a trustee when the co-trustees cannot agree or if...