Branch v. Cardillo

DECISION

This breach of contract action was tried to the Court without a jury. The following represents the Court's findings of fact and conclusions of law. Trial of this matter spanned several days. Jurisdiction is pursuant to G.L. 1956 § 8-2-13 and § 8-2-14.

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Facts and Travel

Margaret Cardillo ("Margaret" or "Decedent") was a widow who died intestate on March 10, 2001. Her husband, Thomas C. Cardillo, predeceased her on July 28, 1998. On the date of her death, Decedent owned certain assets which became part of her probate estate. Said assets were to be distributed under the laws of intestacy…