Facts in the Backdrop of the Incident

Michael Badrikian created several trusts during his lifetime. He named his children, Asador and Salpi, as both beneficiaries and trustees. His estate included substantial real estate, personal property, and bank accounts. After Michael’s death, Salpi Monteiro assumed control as trustee of multiple trusts and manager of a property-holding LLC. She oversaw the administration of the estate and related entities.

Events Leading to the Legal Dispute

Tensions escalated after Salpi began managing estate affairs. She allegedly failed to disclose key assets in filings, including jointly held accounts and personal property. The plaintiff claimed Salpi used estate funds to secure a mortgage under the guise of paying estate taxes. He also alleged she diverted LLC and trust assets for personal gain and refused to account or distribute assets fairly. Filings reportedly underrepresented estate value, raising concerns about transparency and intent.

Plaintiff’s Injuries and Their Impact

The plaintiff claimed significant financial losses due to Salpi’s conduct. He said his rightful inheritance, incl