Category Archives: Trustee Duties
When Does a Trustee Have to Show You the Money? Florida’s Trust Accounting Rules Explained
If you are a beneficiary of a Florida trust, you have probably wondered at some point what is actually happening with the assets. Are bills being paid? Is the trustee spending trust funds appropriately? Is anyone keeping track of all this? The good news is that Florida law does not leave beneficiaries in the… Read More »
Trustee Mismanagement in Fort Lauderdale: Warning Signs
Being named a beneficiary of a trust should bring some peace of mind. Someone took the time to create a legal plan to protect assets and look out for you. But what happens when the person responsible for managing that trust is not doing their job, or worse, is actively misusing their position? Trustee… Read More »
How to Prove a Trustee Breach in Florida
If you are a trust beneficiary and something feels off about the way the trustee is handling things, you are right to pay attention. Trustees have real responsibilities under Florida law, and when they fall short, beneficiaries have options. But what does it actually take to prove a trustee breach? Here is what you… Read More »