Bad Trustees Newsletter

The Truth About The Slowness and Delibrate Probate Process

by Bad Trustees | April 5, 2026 | Beneficiary | 0 Comments

⚖️ The Truth About The Slowness and Delibrate Probate ProcessWhen a Trust Breaks TrustThere’s something nobody really tells you about trusts. They’re supposed to make things simple. Clean. Fair. Structured. A way to honor your parents’ wishes without turning a family...

When Trustee refuses to deliver an accounting

by Bad Trustees | April 2, 2026 | The Basics, Trustee | 0 Comments

⚖️ When Trustee refuses to deliver an accountingTrustee Refusing AccountingHere’s what the court can do when a trustee refuses to deliver an accounting: 🔎 Sanctions & Remedies for Failure to Account Order to Compel + Deadlines Judge can issue an order with a...

Why Beneficiaries Deserve Transparency

by Bad Trustees | February 28, 2026 | Beneficiary | 0 Comments

Transparency is more than just a legal obligation — it’s a moral one. Beneficiaries are not asking for favors; they are asking for what was intended for them

Protecting Families from Trust Disputes

by Bad Trustees | August 31, 2025 | Beneficiary | 0 Comments

Trust disputes are some of the most painful conflicts a family can face. They often pit siblings against each other, strain relationships, and drain resources. The sad part is that many disputes are avoidable.

The True Role of a Trustee

by Bad Trustees | August 31, 2025 | Beneficiary | 0 Comments

A trustee’s job is to follow the instructions in the trust document exactly as they were written by the person who created it. That means no favoritism, no shortcuts, and no self-interest.

Why a Bad Trustee Would Not Be Entitled to Trustee Fees

by Bad Trustees | August 16, 2025 | Liability, Trustee | 0 Comments

If the Bad Trustee is facing potential surcharge and documented breaches of fiduciary duty, his claim to trustee fees is almost certainly dead in the water.

Can a trust attorney be held liable for a lying trustee?

Apr 11, 2025 | Liability, The Basics, Trustee

Does a Bad Trustee ever really pay any consequences?

Apr 9, 2025 | The Basics, Trustee

Does a Bad Trustee ever really pay any consequences?Bad Trustee consequencesThat's a really...

Why a trustee would lose a probate case?

Oct 4, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

A trustee might lose a probate case for several reasons, usually tied to breaching their legal duties or acting in bad faith.

Can a spouse be held liable for a lying trustee?

Sep 7, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

A spouse is not liable for a lying trustee unless they were directly involved, benefitted knowingly, or the misused funds ended up in community assets that can be reclaimed.

How to collect damages if trustee hides assets?

Aug 19, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

How to collect damages if trustee hides assets?Trustee DamagesCollecting damages from a trustee who has hidden or misused trust assets is totally possible—but it takes a strategic combo of legal action, documentation, and often court involvement. Here's how to go...

What is an A/B for an Irrevocable Trust?

Jul 19, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

What is an A/B for an Irrevocable Trust?A/B TrustGreat question! An A/B trust setup, even within the context of an irrevocable trust, is a type of estate planning structure used to help minimize estate taxes and preserve assets—especially for married couples. 🔤 What...

Financial elder abuse

Jun 19, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

Definition of Financial Elder AbuseElder Financial AbuseFinancial elder abuse is a form of exploitation where someone illegally or improperly uses an older adult’s money, property, or assets for personal gain—often without the elder’s knowledge, understanding, or...

Does personal character matter in a civil probate case against a trustee?

May 19, 2022 | The Basics, Trustee

Does personal character matter in a civil probate case against a trustee?Trustee Personal CharacterYes, personal character can matter in a civil probate case against a trustee — but it's not the primary focus. Here’s how it factors in: 🔍 What matters most: In probate...