McCarton v. Estate of Watson

— Edward P. McCarton appeals from an order of the Superior Court dismissing his complaint against the estate of Olga V. Watson. He contends that the decedent, Olga Watson, transferred certain personal property to him as a donee and a trustee for others of a gift causa mortis.

During 1980, Mr. McCarton managed the apartment building where Olga Watson resided. Mrs. Watson's health was deteriorating, and she eventually began to call on Mr. McCarton for assistance in her daily affairs. By 1982, Mrs. Watson's health had deteriorated to the point where she could no longer care for herself. Mr.…