Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland
Hi, I have a complex question. As a minor in 1994, I was awarded a trust fund for medical injuries. My father at the time was the trustee. He is now deceased since 1997 and apparently the funds were completely spent. The funds were for my college education only once I turned 18 and was not to be spent. I am now 32. Is there any way to recover the spent trust fund or sue my Father's estate even though he is deceased? Thank you.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Generally the law imposes a statute of limitations meaning that any legal action must be started within a specified amount of time or the right to sue is permanently lost. While an online post cannot state with certainty what statute of limitations applies and an attorney would need more information to assess whether someone has a viable claim, as a general matter most types of claims are subject to a three year statute of limitations (either three years after the injury or in case of a minor three years after the minor turns 18). Some limited exceptions apply to the general rule.
I hope this general legal information helps but it is not designed as legal advice or an analysis of your specific situation.
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