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Supreme Court Rules on Major Trust Dispute in Landmark Decision

In a landmark 7-2 decision, the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of beneficiaries challenging trustee investment decisions, establishing new standards for fiduciary accountability.

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Supreme Court Rules on Major Trust Dispute in Landmark Decision
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