Estate of Pfleghar
Court of Appeals of Washington
1Opinion of the CourtGreen, J.
Edna Charlotte Pfleghar appeals a judgment invalidating a will naming her executrix and principal beneficiary, based on the finding she exerted undue influence over the decedent. Vera Teter, the will contestant, cross-appeals challenging the trial court's award of executrix and attorney's fees to Charlotte Pfleghar.
The issues presented are whether: (1) There was clear, cogent and convincing evidence Charlotte Pfleghar unduly influenced the decedent; and (2) whether one who is named executrix and sole beneficiary in a will which is set aside for undue influence exercised by that person on the…
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2Cases cited16 opinions
- In Re Welfare of SegoWashington Supreme Court · 1973
- Thomas v. FrenchWashington Supreme Court · 1983
- Dean v. JordanWashington Supreme Court · 1938
- Estill v. Sisters of CharityWashington Supreme Court · 1970
- In Re the Estate of RandallIdaho Supreme Court · 1942
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3Cited by9 opinions
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- Trimm v. DavisCourt of Appeals of Washington · 1999
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