What Are The Grounds For Trust Disputes?

Disputes often arise from undue influence, mental incapacity, or fraudulent activities. These issues can undermine the validity of the arrangement and its administration. They lead to allegations that the arrangement was improperly created or managed.

Undue Influence
Undue influence claims examine whether someone pressured the settlor to change the arrangement against their true wishes. You must show manipulation of the settlor’s decisions to prove undue influence. Evidence may include testimony and documentation showing coercion or manipulation.

Lack Of Mental Capacity
Claims of lack of mental capacity assess whether the settlor was mentally competent when creating or amending the arrangement. If the settlor lacked capacity, the court may declare the arrangement invalid. To demonstrate this, you must present medical records or testimony showing that the settlor could not make informed decisions.

Fraudulent Activities
Fraudulent activities involve proving that deceitful actions affect the creation or administration of the trust. It includes false representations or misappropriation of assets. To prove fraud, present clear evidence demonstrating how deceit influenced the management or validity of the arrangement.

Addressing Disputes
Resolving disputes involves determining if the arrangement reflects the settlor’s true intentions and complies with its terms. Legal proceedings settle disagreements and ensure the administration meets legal requirements.

To address disputes, examine the terms and the circumstances of its creation. Resolving these issues upholds validity and ensures proper administration. Trustees responsible for management may face lawsuits if they fail to fulfill their duties or mismanage the assets.

 

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