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Why Now
November 11, 2024, my wife Gina and I were reviewing her business accounts at Wells Fargo as
part of her annual tax planning. She was unable to access her Line of Credit (LoC). Confused,
we switched users, as I knew I had access to that account.
To our shock, my wife gasped, "
What the hell!". When I looked at the security screen, I
realized this was yet another instance of harassment by Thomas DuBreuil, a former Wells
Fargo employee that I've had issues with in the past.
Mr. Joseph Beckett had been granted walk-in access to my wife's business account.
Mr. Beckett is known to me as my estranged stepbrother and a companion of Thomas DuBreuil.
I contend that the court order dated June 21, 2011, issued by Judge Ayvazian, contained a fundamental error. This order,
which granted an unrelated individual access to a private business account, was requested by Attorney Ad Litem Sharp,
representing my mother. I assert that the court lacked the jurisdictional authority to issue such an order. It appears
that Attorney Ad Litem Sharp, in presenting this request, was misled and lacked the requisite skillset to fully
comprehend the implications.
Moreover, Attorneys Thomas and Karsnitz escalated this deception into criminality, further misleading the courts of
Delaware. They achieved this by integrating a fabricated document supplied by guardian and by false representation
of "Waiver of Appearance" requested of me by Karsnitz.
I have compiled the relevant supporting documentation for these assertions. Given that the initial order was issued
by a judge, it is imperative that we seek judicial correction through the appropriate channels.
From: don@elysiumeast.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 11:45 AM
To: 'Gina Veazey'
Subject: Unauthorized User on Wells Fargo LOC - Security Breach
Gina,
I am deeply concerned about the recent security breach involving the unauthorized addition
of a user to the business LOC account. I understand that you discovered this breach while using
my login credentials and was truly surprised to understand you had no access.
This incident highlights a significant security vulnerability in our systems. I will immediately
initiate a comprehensive review of our security protocols to identify any weaknesses and implement
necessary measures to prevent future occurrences.
While I understand the need for your management access to the LOC, and we could potentially
remove Mr. Beckett, both using my login, I believe that overriding the judge's order might not be
feasible. To ensure we take the most appropriate steps to protect our interests, I recommend that
we consult with an attorney. An attorney can provide expert legal advice and guidance on the best
course of action, considering the specific circumstances and legal implications.
I will initiate the process of securing legal counsel immediately. Please let me know if you
have any specific questions or concerns.
Thank you for bringing this serious matter to my attention.
Don
Background:
My parents were local real estate investors. My mother, Alberta, discussed investments with her
Wachovia stockbroker, Rick Model, and often chatted with customer service rep Mr. DuBreuil
while waiting.
After my father's death, I assumed control of my mother's finances via power of attorney.
I liquidated and closed my parents' old Wachovia investment accounts. At my mother's request,
I set up a family gifting trust for her three children: Bob, Jack, and myself.
I created a $300,000 irrevocable trust ($100,000
for each child), consulting with attorney John Ryan. Often called a Medicaid trust is a
legal tool that allows individuals to protect their assets while still qualifying for Medicaid
benefits, particularly for long-term care.
John Ryan, is not only an attorney but also a CPA, a Certified Financial
Planner, and a Chartered Financial Analyst. Mr. Ryan provided comprehensive financial,
gifting, tax, and senior living planning. All trust documents were drafted in Virginia
and executed in Delaware. As directed by Mr. Ryan working w/Judy V at nationwide to ensure it
was titled correctly, a Nationwide annuity was retitled from Alberta Veazey to Don Veazey,
Annuitant, who would receive any payout on behalf of the trust, as per Mr. Ryan's instructions.
Mom's house was also retitled to the trust, also as per Mr. Ryan's instructions.
Analyst Commentary:
SSC eFile "Business Entity Details E Alberta Veazey Family LLC" June 30, 2009.
The mesothelioma Lawsuit
My mother, Alberta Veazey, and I pursued a mesothelioma lawsuit based on my father's wrongful death.
She received a $1.3 million as the surviving spouse, the bulk disbursed throughout 2009, as we completed 13 individual
settlements
encompassing both her claim and the wrongful death claim. My portion of the settlement,
as a surviving child, was less than hers.
Analyst Commentary: 12/22/08-7/30/09 renewed mom's will re: no changes by Jack- did Bob Thomas update will?
My mother asked me to transfer $418,000 to each of my step-brothers, Bob and Jack, then
$39,666 to Bob, Jack & myself. To facilitate these transfers and provide a clear record,
I retained an attorney, Mr. Ryan to draft a
Memorandum of Understanding detailing the source (Alberta Veazey) and purpose (gift) of the funds.
The total transfer amount was to be $1 million. At the time, the FDIC limit was $250,000. In
addition to mom's existing money market account, I opened three additional money market
accounts, to ensure full insurance coverage mitigating any potential risk.
My Encounters With DuBreuil
My first encounter with Mr. DuBreuil (June 2009) involved opening a simple trust checking
and money market account at Wachovia. I gave him the benefit of the doubt and the respect my
parents had shown him. Initially, everything seemed fine. While not particularly bright, he
was competent enough to handle simple banking tasks. For example, assisting me with
obtaining an EIN was without issue.
Then the problems with DuBreuil started. It was a simple request -
Put one check
in Alberta's money market:
June 24, 2009
DuBreuil then decided to move the money to the Trust, splitting between trust's checking and savings accounts.
DuBreuil first deposition mesothelioma settlement
payout misunderstanding and the Trust
DuBreuil states in email:
The
checks you deposited in Mom's money market
cleared. The total deposit was $16,235.36.
I took 1/2, ($8117.68), and split between the 2 new accounts I opened for you yesterday.
All checks related to the settlement are to go into these accounts
. Acct ending in 3332 is the checking account, and the other
one ending in 3345 is the money market. Bank regulations limit withdrawls from this acct
to 3 per month. When you are ready to order checks for the checking acct let me know.
Keep in touch if you need anything.
Sincerely yours,
Thomas R. DuBreuil
Sr.Licensed Financial Specialist
Rehoboth/Lewes Financial Center
18489 Coastal Hwy, DE5819
Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971
Tel 302-644-2733,Fax 302-644-6353
I correct him:
June 24, 2009
Tom,
We agreed we would populate the LLC accounts with $100 each, so I'm puzzled
by the unauthorized move of $16,235.36.
As you know, I'm managing the entirety of my mom's finances. Though the
proceeds from the lawsuit are a significant part, there's a bigger
picture...
It's "birthday season" at the Veazey's. Bob has been given $10,000, and Don
and Jack have been given $5,000. Per mom's instruction, I will be writing
two checks for $5,000 each to Jack and me, respectively, on Friday, June
26, on account ending in 5821. This will ensure each boy is given $10,000
for the year. The deposit of $16,235.36 was to cover those disbursements.
I'm concerned that you have moved the $16,235.36 deposit into the LLC
without my consent, as I would appropriately be for any deposit of any
amount, but now I'm also concerned about covering the checks my mom has
asked me to write this week. I hope you can help with the latter by
reversing the unauthorized transaction.
Finally,
I'm concerned that there may be a fundamental misunderstanding
regarding how to handle proceeds from the lawsuit. In talking to John Ryan,
it was my understanding that it would be advantageous to my mother and the
family to accumulate funds for disbursement to the three boys outside of
the LLC, with the remainder moved to the LLC at a later date.
By copy of this e-mail, I am asking John to confirm. Please feel free to
ask any questions you may have of John. I'll be away from my desk all day
Wednesday, so I hope the two of you will commuinicate as necessary, copying
me.
Thanks for your assistance,
Don Veazey
This was also corroborated by attorney, Mr. Ryan.
June 24, 2009 DuBreuil responds:
I am sorry for the missunderstanding. It is not my practice to act unilaterally, but only per
the instructions of my clients.
I do remember us having a conversation regarding the placing
of lawsuit funds into the LLC account, and my understanding was that that is where they would be
placed. I honestly thought I was acting as we had agreed. I will move the money, less the
$100 for each account, back to Alberta's money market this morning. I will also call John [Ryan] and
discuss with him the best way to handle disbursements from the lawsuit., then e-mail you back the
results of the conversation copying John as you had requested.
My thought process in recommending using the LLC account for collection and disbursment of
the assets from the lawsuit is based upon past experience with these types of situations.
Although each situation is unique, it is common that assets flow into and out of accounts
that are titled for that purpose such as the LLC account I have set up. Control and tax
reporting are common benefits for handling the assets in this manner.
Analyst Commentary:DuBreuil gives his incorrect understanding of Alberta and my mesothelioma settlement believing all mesothelioma settlements must
go to a trust "overseen" by him and upon final settlement, he was asked to disburse these funds. He states in evidence he then
did distribute a portion of these funds to Bob & Jack Beckett although they did not participate in the mesothelioma action for
lack of standing. DuBreuil did not understand the funds he disbursed were Alberta's personal funds gifted to bob & Jack to compensate
for their non participation in the settlement.
turned into accusation of theft by me to the courts by Karsnitz
The DuBreuil Hallucinations
In the above email, Dubreuil firmly established his belief that all of Alberta's mesothelioma disbursements would be deposited
into the trust. Later, in
deposition testimony, Dubreuil referred to Wells Fargo Bank's usual practices. Dubreuil then delusionally
stated his belief that on October 15, 2009, he withdrew one million dollars from the trust account and distributed it
to the three family members.
Dubreuil attempted to explain the trust to Jack. Dubreuil and Jack went together to Wells Fargo Bank. At the bank,
they discovered four accounts receiving Alberta's mesothelioma disbursements, but these accounts were closed shortly
after being opened. They also found a single deposit of $427,833.32. Dubreuil explained to Jack that this represented
Alberta's share of the mesothelioma disbursements and asserted that "she has plenty of money." Dubreuil then concluded
that Don moved this money to an account he controlled and is "refusing all requests to release these funds to Jack for
the care of his mother in long-term care."
Don's attorneys are baffled by these assertions.
DuBreuil's First Deposition and Worldview of the Veazey mesothelioma Lawsuit
MR. MASSELI: Q Now, does this correctly reflect an understanding you had that the
proceeds from the
mesothelioma lawsuit were going to be placed in the LLC?
A You know, I honestly don't -- I honestly don't remember specifically that...
later in deposition:
MR. MASSELI: Q And do you recall what this transfer was about?
A ... So that is the correction that Don had asked me to make to correct my misunderstanding.
At this time DuBreuil was only peripherally familiar with
Qualified Miller Trusts and didn't understand the complexity of
actual estate planning.
Mr. Masselli: Q Are you familiar with
the term Medicaid trust?
Mr. DuBreuil: A Yes. Well, Medicaid trust, and I'm familiar with what they call Qualified Miller Trusts...
DuBreuil Becomes Angry
June 2009, I returned to the Lewes, Delaware branch of what was then Wachovia Bank. I
met with DuBreuil again and began the process of opening the first of three money
market accounts. I explained to him our goal of accumulating $1 million across four
accounts, staying within FDIC limits. Mr. DuBreuil seemed confused but opened the
account without further issue. When I mentioned that I would return the following
week to open another, he unexpectedly
reacted with hostility, snapping, "I'm not opening accounts all over the place just
for your fucking convenience."
This incident occurred after the previous interactions regarding the LLC/trust deposit,
which likely contributed to the tense atmosphere. From that point forward, I simply
conducted business using Wells Fargo accounts in Virginia and assumed I would never
deal with DuBreuil again. I may have mentioned DuBreuil's rudeness or
misunderstanding at the Virginia Wells Fargo - I don't recall, but I certainly didn't
advocate for his removal.
Signing of the MoU and Disbursement of $1,000,000 by DuBreuil
October 15, 2009 I needed all family members to sign and notarize the trust and Memorandum
of Understanding (MoU) documents. The family was located in Lewes, Delaware. I only needed a
notary, and we had used DuBreuil for that. I told Mr. DuBreuil very little about the trust or other
financial accounts or planning. I only mentioned that our family would be executing
a MoU transferring $1,000,000 to the boys, and that Bob, Jack,
and Mom would like him to review and comment on the trust documents. I simply needed the Trust
and MoU documents signed and notarized, and I thought Bob and Jack should at least hear a review
of the documents by someone other than myself.
Analyst Commentary:DuBreuil email saying he had reviewed the Trust/Mou."i spoke with your mom yesterday
and she seems to understand the trust"
Mom, Bob, Jack, and myself met with Dubreuil at Wachovia Bank in Lewes. The Trust Agreement,
LLC Operating Agreement, and MoU were reviewed, signed by family members, and notarized by Dubreuil.
Dubreuil's explanation of the trust was significantly incorrect, necessitating at least 12
corrections by me. The email stating he reviewed the documents, when compared to his actual
actions during the meeting, showed a clear lack of understanding. Dubreuil's demonstrably
inaccurate explanations of the trust raise serious concerns about his understanding or
competence in this area. His role was limited to notary.
DuBreuil then withdrew $1,000,000 from the 4 mm funds - closing the 3 unnecessary accounts,
and distributed the withdraw as per the MoU.
I again assumed I would never deal with Mr. DuBreuil again.
I provided Jack with a comprehensive account list including contact details. For the subsequent year, we
convened monthly to discuss Mom's estate, long-term care insurance, and the trust. It was apparent that
Jack had difficulty grasping these discussions, an observation outside my area of responsibility.
Mr. Masselli: Q Now, after Wells Fargo, where did you next work?
A
Swarthmore Financial Services, essentially it was a sub-agency of
Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company
Q Now, when you were at Swarthmore, did you have any business relationship with Jack Beckett?
A Yes.
Q And what was that?
A Jack contacted me -- actually, Kristen contacted me and we discussed the situation with
Jack's -- you know, his management of Alberta's finances, and he was not able to get access to any of the records...he needed
to be able to access information regarding his mother's finances, and he could not; he told me he wasn't able to do that.
Q Are you referring to Kristen Long?
A Uh-huh. Yes, I am.
Analyst Commentary: (when did they meet) July 2010 thru February 2011
Q Thank you. Now, let's turn to, is it
Rockwell Associates?
A Uh-huh.
Q Where were they located?
A They were located in Wilmington, Delaware.
Q And how long have you worked there?
A From January of 2012 to the present.
Q And what are your responsibilities?
A I am essentially, I'm a financial adviser, so it is my responsibilities to prospect -- sales,
you know, prospect for clients.
Jack Given Management of Veazey Estate
I resigned as manager of the trust due to ongoing disagreements with Jack.
March 21 2011, Kristen received and signed for box of financial documents. Jack in deposition speaks of shelf
of documents - he cataloged everything.
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DuBreuil Fabricates Account Zero
Analyst Commentary: This is where the "Fog of War" begins.
Analyst Commentary:In
deposition DuBreuil states how he explained the existence of Account Zero
to Jack, and his attorneys.
Q And could you tell me how it does that?
A If you look Alberta Veazey's share of Samuel Veazey's wrongful death lawsuit, that's part of
it. So I'm -- you know, if you look at that paragraph, on July 30th of `09, the sum, that sum was
deposited into equal shares, $427,833.32... So those were deposited into an account with her name on it.
DuBreuil's letter to the courts states:
"In order to fulfill his duties as Alberta’s guardian Jack made a number of attempts, through you, as the attomey for
Mrs. Veazey’s guardianship, to contact Jack’s brother, Donald B. (“Don”) Veazey, who had held Mrs. Veazey’s power
of attorney, in order to make an orderly transfer of legal title of Alberta Veazey’s assets
[Account Zero] over to the guardianship."
"There are indications that Don Veazey, who then was the managing member of the E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC,
transferred some, if not all, of the assets comprising Account #1 and Account #2 to Wachovia Bank
(Account #20000 3103
3332) (see Exhibit J) which is a checking account titled under the E. Alberta Veazey LLC.
his account appears to be used to pay various expenses of the LLC and maintain some asset liquidity."
Analyst Commentary: This one particular settlement disbursement, of 26 mesothelioma disbursements to Alberta, was $427,833.32.
The value of the LPL account was about $400,000, and the MoU gift amount was $418,000 to each.
So they must be the same thing.
Analyst Commentary:RIGHT?
Analyst Commentary: he then explains there were 4 mesothelioma disbursement of $427,833.32 pursuant to the MoU, and is the funding
for [Account Zero].
Analyst Commentary: so the DuBreuil logic flows: Alberta and Don received $418,000. And Alberta received $427,833.32
from the disbursement noted above, and it was put into qualified miller trust; The E. Alberta Family gifting trust.
Analyst Commentary: If we ignore the MoU's $1 million was funded from Alberta's accounts, DuBreuil could claim almost any amount
could be missing. DuBreuil claims "aggregate value of $842,000" for example.
Waiver of Notice
April 13, 2011 9:15 AM
Molina, Jessie
Subject: Alberta Veazey Petition/Joseph J. Beckett as Petitioner
Good Morning Mr. [Don] Veazey
Attached please find a Waiver of Notice
and Consent Delaware Chancery Court.
As your brother Jack might have communicated to you, it is
one of the
components of the petition Jack will be filing with Delaware Chancery Court to be appointed Mrs. Veazey's
guardian. Please fill it out, sign and notarize it, and return it to me at the address below.
Please note, I also sent this by letter yesterday.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 302-856-3571.
Thank you very much for your help.
Jessie
Jessie O. Molina,
Legal Administrative Assistant to
Robert L. Thomas, Esquire
Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP
110 W. Pine Street
P.O. Box 594
Georgetown, DE 19947
(302) 856-3571
(302) 856-9338 - Fax
jmolina@ycst.com
Seems like just a request for guardianship, OK I sign a Waiver of Notice and Consent from Delaware Chancery Court.
Friday, April 22, 2011 4:25 PM
From: DuBreuil
To:
RE: Well Fargo reports these [MM] accounts to have been closed as of that date.
Analyst Commentary:Above e-mail documents DuBreuil his witchhunt.
May 25 2011 Sharp appointed Attorney Ad Litem.
June 2, 2011 Jack discussion with Sharp
Analyst Commentary:did Jack tell Sharp about the monthly financial updates or box? This would be withholding evidence.
Analyst Commentary:Jack gave Sharp some financial info - didn't talk about MoU, and convinced Sharp money was missing per DuBreuil.
June 3, 2011 Later that day I [Sharp] spoke with Don about the Petition. He informed me that he supports the Petition.
June 6, 2011, I [Sharp] spoke with Alberta's son Bob Beckett.
June 13, 2011 Jack transferred $1k from mom to LLC to "replenish" funds. Jack could have distributed to
llc checking from investment account but would have had to talk to LPL broker and was advised by DuBreuil not to contact LPL.
Jack/DuBreuil Access My Business Account
Analyst Commentary:DuBreuil states in e-mail to [?]: "Jack did mention something about a Wells Fargo account of Don's that was still bank-linked to one
Alberta's accounts that you felt should be de-linked. I [DuBreuil] am meeting with Jack on Monday at
Wells Fargo to try and take care of it."
June 21, 2011 Jack & DuBreuil went to the Wells Fargo bank, asked for and was given my wife's business account number by
Wells Fargo employee.
Focusing on the events of June 21, 2011: Mr. Dubreuil's email indicated he was meeting Jack at Wells Fargo to address
the linking between Don's and Alberta's accounts. However, on that very same day, Jack and Mr. Dubreuil obtained my wife's
business account number from a Wells Fargo employee.
Even if we only consider this single day, the fact that they obtained my wife's business account information on the same
day they were supposedly addressing a different account linkage raises serious questions about their purpose and the legality
of obtaining that specific account number. It suggests the acquisition of my wife's business account information was not a
part of the stated intention and could therefore be unauthorized and potentially illegal.
June 21, 2011 Did Jack ask for and was granted by a Delaware court walk in access my wife's business account OR
did Jack and DuBreuil just ask Wells Fargo. Wells Fargo will provide when/how Jack was added to the LoC. Did it happen
the morning of 6/21/2011?
When searching for the allegedly stolen $427,833.32, Jack and DuBreuil using Jack's access, requested my wife's accounts' register.
Obtaining someone's financial account information or access without proper authorization is illegal and have
significant legal ramifications.
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The Report of the Attorney Ad Litem June 21, 2011
MOORE & RUTT,P.A.
James P. Sharp, Esquire
Attorney Ad Litem
122 West Market Street
P. O. Box 554
Georgetown, DE 19947
IN THE COURT OF CHANCERY OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE C.M. No. 15916-S
I evaluate and question the report's opening premises:
Sharp took my statement regarding mom's finances while I was touring Alcatraz in San Francisco.
Sharp struggled with my explanation of an irrevocable trust.
Sharp States:
According to Don, he consulted with a Virginia attorney named John Ryan to create a
Trust and Limited Liability Company on his mother's behalf.
He explained to me that the
settlement proceeds were put into the Trust for Alberta's benefit. When she passes away,
the remaining assets will go to her children.
Dubreuil originated this explanation a year prior and is a fabrication that does not reflect my communication with Sharp.
I unequivocally explained that the trust was an irrevocable Medicaid Trust funded with a $300,000 gifted to the trust June 2009.
I never made this statement alleged by Sharp and this statement contaminates Sharp's entire presentation to the court.
Sharp States:
Sharp: "Jack has some questions about the establishment of the Trust"
Analyst Commentary:October 15, 2009, Jack personally participated and witnessed Dubreuil reviewing the Trust and LLC Operating Agreement with
the family and Jack signed those documents.
Sharp seems to have called Ryan while Ryan was on vacation.
Sharp States:
When I spoke with Don, I specifically asked him about his mother's finances ... Don
advised me that the Trust consisted of the following:
1) the house at Postal Lane,
2) a money market account with approximately $10,000.00,
3) a checking account with approximately $6,000.00, and
4) a stock brokerage account with approximately $19,000.00.
The following constitutes the correct, accurate, and precise detail of Trust and Estate assets as of March 1, 2011. This excerpt
is derived from documentation provided by Jack in accordance with discovery in the Virginia litigation, which documentation
was under Jack's control as of the date of this report:
A correct list of the LLC's [trust] assets June 1, 2011:
1) the house at Postal Lane,
2) a money market account [Wells Fargo 20000 3103 3345] with approximately $10,000.00
3) a checking account [Wells Fargo 20000 3103 3332] with approximately $6,000.00
Analyst Commentary:The two above accounts are those DuBreuil believes all lawsuit proceeds
should be deposited to.
4) a stock brokerage account [LPL 5451-7282] with approximately
$300,000.00
5) a Nationwide annuity [01-6049490] with approximately
$200,000.00
A correct list of Alberta's [estate] assets June 1, 2011:
1) a car $13,000
2) a truck $3,000
3) a stock brokerage account with approximately $19,000.00 including 200 shares of Lowe's
stock valued at approximately $4,000.00
4) a safety deposit box with gold valued at $30,000.00, silver service set valued at $6,000.00, and
four coins valued at $2,400.00
5) bob's debt $40,000
6) Wells Fargo checking
7) Well Fargo money market
Analyst Commentary: total estate assets June 2011:
$113,400.00
Ryan email to Thomas re: above
Analyst Commentary: The preceding section was a static snapshot June 1, 2011.
Analyst Commentary: Sharp now begins a Time period money flow analysis December 2008 through June 2011:
Sharp States:
Even though Alberta received a great deal of money from the aforementioned settlement, it is unclear
where that money went.
It was unclear what happened to the settlement proceeds she received from the mesothelioma suit.
A correct and generalized money flow analysis:
1) proceeds from closing Alberta's investment accounts $100,000+.
2) proceeds from mesothelioma litigation $1,300,000 +
3) outlay gift via MoU $1,000,000
4) outlay gifting to boys Jan - Dec 2010 $45,000
5) outlay gifting to establish of the Trust $300,000
6) outlay purchase car $13,000
7) outlay home care
8) outlay personal expenses
Sharp States:
Don admitted to me that he started the process to receive these payments but did not follow through on
completing it. Only recently has Jack stepped in to correspond with the insurance company.
1) Only Jack, with POA health could apply. I submitted the application and only needed Jack to submit
his POA health documents to insurance.
2) DuBreuil told Jack she had plenty of money and didn't need long term care insurance payment.
3) Jack's attorney sent me a email saying Jack didn't want to be micromanaged by me.
Sharp States:
I was disappointed to hear that he [Don] failed to adequately handle his mother's bills since
she was moved to Brandywine.
False statement. I handled all her bills and all were paid on time & there was an estate plan.
Long term care plan
Cost:
Brandywine $6,000 /month increasing to $8,000 /month - using
an average of $7,000/month
Source of funds:
Social Security $2,000
Long term care $3,000
Cash and Assets on hand: $113,400/60 months =
$2,000+-
This simple back of the napkin, single page analysis I give here should be kept in mind when
reviewing the Sharp report and the DuBreuil financial analysis below.
I evaluate and refute the 10 paragraphs listed under Alberta's Assets and Finances:
I have reason to believe paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 of this section was written by Bob Beckett. Bob attended night law school.
He tried numerous times to pass the bar but was unable. Bob worked as a receptionist at a dental office. Bob would
have gotten all info from Jack or DuBreuil.
These paragraphs, raise concerns about the writer's attention to detail
and clarity. It does not necessarily prove that the writer is inexperienced, but it suggests that
the writing could be significantly improved. The lack of detail, and passive voice used,
are things that an experienced attorney would typically avoid. Based on these observations, it's
reasonable to conclude that the writer's legal experience is likely limited or that they are not
paying close enough attention to the details of their work.
Bob struggled with writing; said he wanted to work with Trusts and Estates.
Refutation of Paragraph 1:
Sharp States:
"During my investigation, i discussed with Don, Jack, and Bob my concerns about
Alberta’s assets. According to Jack, Alberta owns her home free and clear
of all mortgages, liens, etc. it is believed that she also has ample liquid resources available
for her care from a settlement related to Sam Veazey’s death. Evidently, Sam suffered from
medical problems related to mesothelioma. the Veazeys filed a lawsuit and
received a hefty settlement. Because Sam was Don's father, Don was involved in the
lawsuit. Jack and Bob, however, were not involved in the suit even though Sam was
very close to them because they were Sam’s stepsons. Jack advised me that the settlement
proceeds were split four ways with Don, Jack, Bob, and Alberta each receiving over $400,000
Alberta received 3/4 of the settlement and distributed shares to Jack and Bob"
The initial paragraph's analysis of Alberta's assets is fundamentally flawed, relying on
incomplete and potentially biased information. Key inaccuracies include:
Incomplete Asset Discussion:
The investigator's discussion of assets with Don, Jack, and Bob is presented as comprehensive,
but this is misleading. Thomas was also involved in asset discussions, and this omission
creates an incomplete and inaccurate narrative.
False Claim of Unencumbered Home Ownership:
Jack's assertion that Alberta owns her home "free and clear" is demonstrably false. The
property is held within a trust, a critical detail that significantly alters the
understanding of her asset ownership.
Misrepresentation of Asset Sources:
The statement that Alberta's "ample liquid assets" derive solely from the Sam Veazey
settlement is incomplete. Her assets originate from diverse sources, and this narrow
focus misrepresents her true financial situation.
Incorrect Family Relationships and Settlement Participation:
The claim that Sam Veazey was Jack and Bob's stepfather and that they participated in
the mesothelioma settlement is incorrect. Jack and Bob were never legally adopted and,
therefore, had no legal claim to the settlement (standing). Bob penned several e-mails
indicating he did have "Standing".
Contradictory and Oversimplified Settlement Distribution:
Jack's description of the settlement being split "four ways" and then Alberta receiving
"3/4" is both contradictory and an oversimplification. A more accurate and concise description
is provided in my synopsis above.
Jack's Unreliability and Bias:
Jack's refusal to review relevant documents suggests a lack of thoroughness or a deliberate
attempt to maintain a skewed narrative. His repeated expressions of dissatisfaction with his
perceived share of the settlement, coupled with accusations of stolen money, reveal a clear
bias. Furthermore, his statement that it is believed that she has ample liquid resources, is
based on his misunderstanding, and disregards the actual financial plan.
Internal Contradictions:
The paragraph contains internal contradictions regarding the settlement distribution.
First it states that the settlement was split four ways, then it states Alberta received
3/4. These two statements are not compatible.
Vague and Misleading Terminology:
The term "ample liquid resources" is vague, and based on Jacks misunderstanding, and
disregards the actual financial plan.
These inaccuracies and inconsistencies demonstrate the unreliability of the paragraph's
analysis and necessitate significant correction.
Paragraph 2 misrepresents the handling of the settlement funds and the nature of Alberta's
existing trust:
Sharp States:
"Even though Alberta received a great deal of money from the aforementioned
settlement, it is unclear where that money went. According to Don, he consulted with
Virginia attorney Names John Ryan to create a trust and LLC on his mother's behalf. He explained
to me that the settlement proceeds were put into the trust for Alberta’s benefit. when she
passes away, the remaining assets will go to her children."
Misrepresentation of Fund Placement:
The statement that "the settlement proceeds were put into the trust" is false.
No settlement funds were placed into the existing trust. Instead, the majority of those funds were
gifted to Jack and Bob.
Nature of the Existing Trust:
The existing trust is a Medicaid trust. It is specifically designed for Medicaid eligibility
purposes and does not provide for Alberta's direct benefit or use of funds. This is a critical
distinction that the paragraph fails to acknowledge.
Gift to Jack and Bob:
The settlement funds were gifted to Jack and Bob. This was a deliberate and documented
decision.
Refutation of "For Alberta's Benefit":
The paragraph's assertion that the funds were placed in a trust "for Alberta's benefit" is
incorrect in regards to the existing trust. The funds were gifted, and the existing trust is a
Medicaid trust, not a vehicle for her direct financial benefit. This seems to echo Dubreuil's
explanation of the estate. The investigator speaks of "a Virginia attorney named John Ryan" but
seems to not have talked to him.
The investigator's statement
"He explained to me that the settlement proceeds were put into
the trust for Alberta’s benefit. When she passes away, the remaining assets will go to her
children. "Echoing Dubreuil's Erroneous Explanation and may be the "he" referred to here.
This repetition of inaccurate information further undermines the investigator's credibility
and highlights the flawed nature of their analysis.
Paragraph 3:
Sharp States:
"Mr. Thomas provided a copy of the Trust and Limited Liability Agreement for my review. The
documents were prepared under Virginia law and were executed on June
18, 2009. The Trust names Don as the Trustee and Jack as the back-up trustee. Article l }
Paragraph 1(1) of the Trust identifies Don, Jack, and Bob as the beneficiaries and
distributions may be made to benefit them. The main asset in the Trust was a 100%
interest in the LLC. The main asset of the LLC was Alberta's interest in her home
in Sussex County, Delaware (presumably her residence on Postal Lane), What has troubled
me about the Trust is that there is no provision that the assets be used for
Alberta's benefit, It appears as though she created the Trust so that she could pass
the assets to her children while she was alive. I also note that the Trust is irrevocable.
A copy of the Trust is attached hereto as Exhibit A, Likewise, the LLC C)operating
Agreement appears to be designed for the benefit of Alberta's children and not Alberta.
The only members of the LLC are Don and the Trust. 4 A copy of the LLC C)operating
agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit B. On September 281 2009, Alberta transferred
her property located at 34439 Postal Lane in Lewes to the LLC via deed. This deed was
also prepared by Virginia counsel. A copy of the deed is attached hereto as Exhibit C."
Paragraph 3 presents a superficial analysis of the Trust and LLC documents,
failing to grasp the fundamental purpose of these instruments within the context
of Medicaid planning.
Medicaid Trust Context:
The investigator's concern regarding the absence of provisions for Alberta's direct benefit
reveals a critical misunderstanding. The Trust in question is a Medicaid trust, specifically
structured to protect assets for Medicaid eligibility. Its primary objective is not to provide
direct distributions to Alberta, but to preserve assets while adhering to Medicaid regulations.
This is a standard and legally sound estate planning strategy in elder law.
Irrevocability and Asset Protection:
The irrevocable nature of the Trust, noted by the investigator, is a necessary component
of Medicaid planning. This feature prevents assets from being counted towards Alberta's
eligibility threshold, ensuring her access to essential long-term care services.
Beneficiary Designation and Asset Preservation:
The designation of Don, Jack, and Bob as beneficiaries is consistent with the Trust's purpose.
This structure allows for the eventual transfer of assets while safeguarding them from Medicaid
spend-down requirements.
LLC's Role in Asset Management:
The LLC serves as a vehicle for asset management and protection. Its primary assets are Alberta's
residence and, importantly, an investment fund. These are common tools used in conjunction with
Medicaid trusts to further shield assets.
Misinterpretation of Intent:
The investigator's speculation that Alberta created the Trust to "pass assets to her children
while she was alive" is a simplistic and inaccurate interpretation. Here, I believe the investigator
is confusing the MoU with the trust. The Trust's creation was
motivated by the need for Medicaid planning, a complex legal strategy, not merely a desire for
premature asset transfer.
Omission of Key Asset:
The investigator states that the main asset of the LLC was Alberta's interest in her home. This
is incomplete. The main asset of the LLC was an investment fund, followed by Alberta's interest
in her home. This omission shows a lack of due diligence.
Omission of Gifted funds:
The investigator has omitted the key fact that the settlement funds were gifted, and not placed
into the trust.
Investigator's Lack of Due Diligence:
The investigator's analysis is flawed by the omission of the Medicaid context. The investigator
also failed to speak to the attorney that created the documents.
Refutation of Paragraph 4:
Sharp States:
"When I spoke with Don, I specifically asked him about his mother's finances, which he
controlled (as acknowledged by all family members including Alberta). Don advised me
that the Trust consisted of the following: 1) the house at Postal Lane, 2) a money market
account with approximately $10,000.00, 3) a checking account with approximately $6,000.00,
and 4) a stock brokerage account with approximately $19,000.00. Alberta also owns a car, a
truck, and 200 shares of Lowe's stock valued at approximately $4,000.00. Don also believes
that Alberta has a safety deposit box with gold valued at $30,000.00, silver service set
valued at $6,000.00, and four coins valued at $2,400.00. It was unclear what happened to
the settlement proceeds she received from the mesothelioma suit."
This paragraph demonstrates a fundamental misunderstanding of the separation between
the gifted (MoU) funds, the assets held within the established Medicaid trust,
and the assets remaining within Alberta's personal estate. The settlement funds were
gifted to Jack and Bob, and are no longer a part of Alberta's estate. The trust assets
are for Medicaid planning, and separate from Alberta's personal holdings. The reporting
of these amounts without proper context creates a misleading picture of Alberta's financial
situation. It's worth noting this same confusion is echoed by DuBreuil in his March 21, 2012
letter to the courts, Paragraph 5; Subsection 6: "Alberta Veazey’s share of Samuel Veazey’s
Wrongful Death Lawsuit".
It is crucial to differentiate between these distinct categories of assets to provide
an accurate and comprehensive understanding of Alberta's financial landscape. Therefore, while
the paragraph may contain some factual information, the lack of contextual understanding
regarding the gifting of funds, and the separation of the trust and estate, renders the
analysis incomplete and misleading.
Refutation of Paragraph 5/6:
Sharp States:
"The issue about locating Alberta's finances has been further complicated by Don's recent
abdication of his responsibilities as Trustee, Power-of-Attorney, and Manager of the LLC.
In April 2011 1 Mr. Ryan sent a letter to Jack on Don's behalf advising Jack of Don's
resignation. A copy of this letter is attached hereto as Exhibit D. When I spoke with Don,
he admitted that he had been "overwhelmed" and was quite nervous about these issues,
He also did not appear to have a solid comprehension of the specifics of the Trust and
LLC agreement; something found surprising since he was the person who evidently arranged
for the consultation with Mr. Ryan."
locating Alberta's finances has been further complicated...:
The investigator fails to define how so.
Resignation, Not Abdication:
The term "abdication" is inaccurate. I resigned from my positions as Trustee, Power-of-Attorney,
and LLC Manager. This was a considered decision, not an abandonment of responsibility.
Context of Resignation: Jack and Dubreuil's Influence:
My resignation was primarily driven by Jack's insistent demands for Dubreuil to manage
Alberta's affairs. This, coupled with the misinformation Dubreuil was disseminating,
created an untenable situation.
Frustration, Not Overwhelm or Nervousness:
The investigator's portrayal of me as "overwhelmed" and "nervous" is inaccurate.
I was not but rather frustrated at Jack's relentless push for Dubreuil's involvement and
by the deliberate misinformation Dubreuil was providing, which threatened to undermine
the carefully planned Medicaid protection strategies.
Demonstrated Understanding:
My involvement in establishing the Trust and LLC, and my ongoing awareness of their purpose
within the Medicaid planning context, demonstrates my understanding of the relevant aspects.
I fully understood the documents, and their purpose.
Consultation with Attorney Ryan:
Arranging the consultation with Attorney Ryan was a responsible step in ensuring proper
asset protection for Medicaid eligibility. I understood the overall plan.
Omission of Medicaid Context:
The investigator continues to omit the most important factor, the trust is a Medicaid trust.
This omission taints the investigator's entire analysis.
Dubreuil's Misinformation:
The investigators report fails to mention the misinformation that Dubreuil was providing,
which was a large factor in my frustration.
By providing these clarifications, I address the mischaracterizations, reveal the influence
of Jack and, by proxy, Dubreuil, and provide a more accurate and complete picture of my
actions and understanding.
Refutation of Paragraph 7: Alberta's ability to pay for care:
Sharp States:
"While I was surprised to hear that Don did not have a good understanding about the Trust
and the LLC, I was disappointed to hear that he failed to adequately handle his mother's
bills since she was moved to Brandywine. Evidently, Alberta has a long-term care insurance
policy that will pay up to $72,000.00 in costs associated with residence in a long-term care
facility such as Brandywine. My understanding is that the policy will pay approximately $3,000.00
per month. Don admitted to me that he started the process to receive these payments but did not
follow through on completing it. Only recently has Jack stepped in to correspond with the
insurance company. In the meantime, Jack has been paying out of his own funds the bills
associated with Alberta's stay at Brandywine. It is my understanding that Alberta receives
approximately $2,000 per month from Social Security. Brandywine costs approximately $6,000.00 per
month so the insurance policy, if used, would greatly reduce the need to dip into Alberta's
liquid assets."
"failed to adequately handle his mother's bills"
The assertion that I "failed to adequately handle" Alberta's bills is a gross mischaracterization.
There is no proof of this offered at any time during litigation or otherwise. Blatant lie.
Jack's Exclusive POA Health and Refusal:
Jack held the exclusive Power of Attorney for health, granting him sole authority to apply for the
long-term care insurance. He refused to do so, citing his dislike of being "micromanaged by
me. He will get to it when he has time." This refusal directly impeded the timely processing
of the insurance claim.
Jack's Refusal to Act:
The delay in finalizing the long-term care insurance process was solely due to Jack's refusal
to file the claim. I was unable to act due to the limitations of my Power of Attorney. While
Jack's eventual involvement in corresponding with the insurance company is noted, it is
essential to emphasize that he intentionally delayed the process by refusing to file the
claim.
Medicaid Planning Context:
The high cost of Brandywine is a significant factor. The investigator continues to ignore the
overarching strategy of Medicaid planning. The protection of Alberta's liquid assets is a
deliberate and necessary step to ensure her long-term care needs are met without jeopardizing
her eligibility for benefits.
Misrepresentation of Responsibility:
The investigator's report implies that I was responsible for the insurance claim, when in fact,
Jack was the only person with the legal ability to file the claim.
These clarifications expose the misrepresentation of responsibility and offer a
more accurate representation of the situation. Note the insurance would pay $3,000 per
month for the Medicaid look back of 5 years.
Refutation of Paragraph 8: Bob's debt:
Sharp States:
"There is also a question as to whether Bob owes his mother money for an outstanding debt.
Mr. Ryan references this debt in his letter. I sense that there is some dispute as to whether
a debt is actually owed and, if so, how much is owed. Nonetheless, I believe that the guardian,
if appointed, should investigate this matter as well."
Bob frequently "borrowed" money from Alberta over the years. This was a recurring pattern.
Jack often spoke of bob's debt being $40,000. It is important to acknowledge that Bob did
receive a substantial settlement of $400,000.
When planning Alberta's care and estate, I factored in the potential debt owed by Bob. This
was a consideration in the overall financial planning.
Paragraph 9: Discuss these concerns with Alberta:
Sharp States:
"I explained to her that Jack had been paying her bills of late with his own money"
Did you tell my mother, who has Alzheimer's and is in a care home, that she was out of
money and couldn't pay her bills?
Oh ... My ... God.
Paragraph 10: equitable relief may be necessary:
Sharp States:
"Ultimately, I think that whoever is appointed guardian of Alberta's property should make a
thorough investigation about Alberta's finances and assets. The potential lack of assets
available to pay for Alberta's care concerns me. If the guardian is unable to find out
adequate information from this investigation, it is quite possible that an action for an
accounting and other equitable relief may be necessary."
This is where he makes a case for account access. Just so happens to have a list of
accounts. Including my
wife's business account.
The court was presented with information that was a stunningly blatant misrepresentation of
the facts. The attorney must take particular care in weighing the strengths and weaknesses
of the evidence if there are grave consequences for those involved.
Analyst Commentary:Misrepresentation in court can have severe consequences, including sanctions, penalties,
and criminal charges.
A recently licensed attorney, should understand irrevocable trusts, especially if they have
focused their studies or early practice in areas like:
- Estate Planning: Irrevocable trusts are a fundamental tool in estate planning.
Trust and Estate Law: This area of law specifically deals with the creation,
administration, and distribution of trusts and estates.
- Elder Law: Irrevocable trusts are often used in elder law to protect assets for
Medicaid eligibility.
- Tax Law: Irrevocable trusts have significant tax implications, and attorneys
specializing in tax law should be familiar with them.
- Law School Curriculum: Most law schools cover the basics of trust law, including the
distinction between revocable and irrevocable trusts.
- Bar Exam: Bar exams often include questions on trust law, requiring candidates to
demonstrate their understanding of irrevocable trusts.
Bob's involvement as "an attorney in San Francisco" gave credibility to the Sharp report.
Analyst Commentary:transcripts needed.
June 24, 2011 Jack appointed guardian
July 14, 2011 , John Ryan wrote:
Don: I was contacted by Robert Thomas - the attorney who handled the guardianship Petition
for your brother. They are requesting that you provide an accounting for the LLC and the Trust
from inception in 2009 to the date when you last took action on behalf of the entities.
Analyst Commentary:July 22, 2011 "next court date". AT THIS TIME I HAVE NO FURTHER INFORMATION.
July 22, 2011
from Thomas
to Ryan
were gift tax returns for transfer of house, nationwide filed? [my understanding it wasn't necessary]
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 4:25 PM
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
RE: Veazey – E Alberta Veazey
DuBreuil attempts to push Don aside
Bob [Thomas],
I have a legal question related to the Alberta Veazey...Now that Jack Beckett is Mrs. Veazey's legal guardian, and is
required to provide for her financially, does Jacks guardianship role supersede Don's role as POA. In other words could
Jack have the legal right to manage these accounts as he saw fit to provide for his mother's care without having to go through Don?
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 5:09 PM
From: Thomas
To: DuBreuil
RE: Veazey – E Alberta Veazey – Question from Tom Dubreuil RE POA Titled Assets
Tom [DuBreuil],
My sense, without research, is that Jack's guardianship appointment trumps Don's power of attorney and that Jack now
is positioned to revoke any power of attorney granted by his mother. Once we have a good understanding of the
accounts/policies/etc. of Mrs. Veazey still in play but currently not titled in the name of the guardianship, we can pursue getting
those assets retitled into the name of the guardianship.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011 7:35 PM
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
RE: Veazey – E Alberta Veazey – Question from Tom Dubreuil RE POA Titled Assets
Bob [Thomas],
That is what I thought I will send you what documentation that I have about the accounts
before I have the financial planning software populated with all of the data. I will call Jack to
see if he has a copy of the POA for you to research.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Mesothelioma Settlement
Jack & Kristin,
Do either of you remember or have a record of what the total settlement from Sam Veazey's
wrongful death law suit was.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Bob Thomas
FW: RE: Veazey – E Alberta Veazey – Question from Tom Dubreuil RE POA Titled Assets
[Bob,] ...would you be able to determine if Jack's guardianship agreement
would be able to supersede Don's POA
From: Thomas
To: DuBreuil
[Tom,] ...Jack's guardian capacity allows him to revoke the POA; and I intend to have him do that once we have a handle on the
accounts which are titled in the name of the POA or which we otherwise learn are tied in some fashion to the POA.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
E. Alberta Veazey POA Accounts
...Don somehow managed to name himself as the annuitant [Nationwide Annuity].
Monday, December 5, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
RE: Veazey – E. Alberta Veazey – Email of 12/1/11 from Don Beckett to Jack Beckett RE: Need to Withdraw from Nationwide Annuity
Don suggested a withdraw from the Annuity preparing the trust for taxes for 2012
[DuBreuil to Thomas] Why does the Family LLC need to withdraw money from Alberta's personal money [Nationwide Annuity] for taxes
Monday, December 5, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
RE: Veazey – E. Alberta Veazey – Email of 12/1/11 from Don Beckett to Jack Beckett RE: Need to Withdraw from Nationwide Annuity
DuBreuil begins his "research" here, eventually fabricating [Account Zero]
Also, I came across 2 Wachovia money market statements that were opened for Alberta on
7/30/09 (see attachments). They are the first statements issued for these accounts. Note
two identical deposits for $213,916.66 made in each account, and the account titling E.
Alberta Veazey POD Bob Beckett and Jack Beckett. The accounts may represent Alberta's
share of Sam's wrongful death settlement. Can you find and send me any and all statements
you have for these specific accounts?
As a matter of fact any bank statements of Alberta's, Wachovia or otherwise, that you can
come up with and get to me from June 2009 to the present would be helpful. This may be
the best way to track the money trail.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
RE: Veazey – Don's 12/12/11 email captioned “LLC year-end tax planning”
DuBreuil strongly disagrees with my attorney Ryan as to the ownership of the Annuity
...he [Don] indicated that the "Nationwide Annuity", contract# 01-6049490, was an
asset of the gifting trust...quarterly statement of the Nationwide Annuity, Apr 1 2011 to
June 30,2011 is not titled as an asset of the trust. It is titled
Donald B Veazey, POA-Donald B Veazey, Donald Veazey-Annuitant.
Monday, December 19, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
FW: Veazey – Don's 12/12/11 email captioned “LLC year-end tax planning”
...legal titling on the Nationwide Annuity does not indicate that it is part of the Veazey Family LLC through the
gifting trust
Analyst Commentary:Monday, December 19, 2011 Jack & Kristen meet DuBreuil at Swarthmore
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
...me to formally deliver to Jack Alberta Veazey's financial plan
that I have been working on, along with my suggestion on how to ensure that there is an
income stream to pay for Alberta's nursing home care.
Analyst Commentary:
Did DuBreuil know he was moving to Rockwell Associates in 3 weeks? Would this not be something
to propose after starting the new job?
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Analyst Commentary: Jack's deposition speaks of "they all" got together.
maybe compiled the DuBreuil document together.
Analyst Commentary: December 2011, Debreuil, Kristen, Jack, and Thomas discussed the details of a
document Karsnitz would need to present to Sam Glasscock and the Delaware courts to bring civil and criminal
charges against me.
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
Dear Jack,
This e-mail ls to confirm our scheduled meeting on Jan 31 at my new office @ 3:30pm
Jacks states he will bring criminal charges after the holidays document
According to an email by Mr. Masselli "Jack really didn't
have a clue about the many EAV and LLC accounts [the trust vs estate]. Jack and Bob Thomas
turned to DuBreuil ... Furthermore, he [DuBreuil] doesn't seem to have a great memory of what
went on when he was at Wachovia."
- DuBreuil - DEPOSED TWICE
- Jack - DEPOSED TWICE
- Kristen - DEPOSED
- Thomas - REFUSED TO BE DEPOSED
- Karsnitz - ATTORNEY/CLIENT
- Warrenton -
- Sharp - REFUSED TO BE DEPOSED
DuBreuil Begins Rockwell Associates Monday, January 9, 2012
Monday, January 23, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
New Contact info
DuBreuil agrees to hold off bringing litigation against Don.
Bob,
thanks for the call today. I will review what you send me, then explain it to Jack. What
you described sounds like a better way to go as opposed to litigation.
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
DuBreuil further insert himself.
I have had several conversations with Bob Thomas today and we seem to have some
direction on how to handle Alberta's money issues.
...Alberta's personal assets where Don is POA Bob [Thomas] feels that your
guardianship agreement supersedes Don's POA. Getting those assets under your
control may be nothing more than a phone call to the appropriate companies...
Monday, January 23,2012
From: Thomas
To: DuBreuil
Veazey - E. Alberta Veazey • LLC Action of Sole Member Appointing Jack as Successor Manager
As l indicated when you and I spoke, having determined a while back that Donald was not going to
cooperate, I prepared the attached action so that Jack, unilaterally, could replace Don.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
... attachment is the confirmation letter now listing Jack Beckett as Alberta's Guardian on her
Nationwide Annuity account. This means Jack can officially conduct business on this account.
February 8, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
Bob,
See attached copy of letter of instruction sent to Nationwide Annuity Co. to transfer annuity to Jack Beckett's guardianship
February 20, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
As
of right now I have run into a dead end as to where the lawsuit money or the brokerage account money
went. I calculate that about $275,000 of Alberta's money is unaccounted for.
reaction from either Jack or Thomas to your statement that you couldn't account for $275,000?
...so I don't remember if Bob gave a reaction, and I don't remember what Jack had said
Consequences of DuBreuil being wrong
MS. MURPHY: Objection, speculative. He can answer, if he has the information.
MR. MASSELLI: Let me be very clear about this, because I want this on the record.
Mr. DuBreuil,
who is a qualified financial analyst with a long career, in this Email and several subsequent documents that
we will be considering is making estimates of essentially
whether money is missing or money isn't missing;
MR. MASSELLI: ... what Mr. DuBreuil had before him, especially because, unfortunately,
in discovery, we were not provided with some documents that are -- not by
him, but documents that he says in various Emails that he gave to Mr. Beckett or gave to Mr. Thomas and, because
of that, I'm just trying to get a feel for what the basis of certain statements was and wasn't.
MR. MASSELLI: ... putting a 91-page document into the transcript
Q Okay, I'd like to show you an exhibit that I'm going to mark as
Exhibit 31, which is a document that you sent to me
last week, which appears to be a
letter dated March 1st, 2012 to Robert Thomas.
A That's right.
Q I'll give you that copy as well so you can keep it.
A That would be part of the exhibit, all right.
Q Yes.
A I'll go off of that, okay.
(DuBreuil Exhibit 31, marked for identification.)
Thursday, March 1, 2012 to Robert Thomas
March 11, 2012
Thomas to DuBreuil: Part of the answer to "where has the money gone" may be answered by the gift tax returns which John Ryan
reported that he had filed pertinent to transfers by Mrs. Veazey when the LLC and trust were set up .
Analyst Commentary:
did Karsnitz know of Ryan/Thomas conversation?
Analyst Commentary:DuBreuil did not wait for updates from the attorneys sending his official e-mail:
Monday, March 12, 2012
RE: Veazey - E. Alberta Veazey - Tom DuBreuil Analysis of EAV Financial Account
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
Bob,
This is also being shared with Craig Karsnitz.
The document titled "Tom DuBruell Analysis of EAV Financial Account" is a 91-page instrument containing false accusations
of theft against me concerning my parents' estate. This fraudulent document was submitted as evidence March 21, 2012 in the
Delaware courts, directly leading to a wrongful lawsuit initiated against me in Virginia. As a direct consequence, I have
suffered substantial damages, including significant reputational harm, emotional stress and hundreds of thousands of dollars
in legal fees and financial losses.
Critically, this document omits a $1 million gift that DuBreuil himself withdrew October 15, 2009 and distributed pursuant to
a notarized agreement (Memorandum of Understanding). This omission is not a mere error; it constitutes a deliberate
misrepresentation of fact indicative of DuBreuil's deceptive tactics and the manipulated nature of the document.
The Rockwell Associates/DuBreuil/Karsnitz document unequivocally accuses me of theft and was fabricated with the intent
to prejudice the court's opinion regarding my administration of my parents' estate.
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March 2012 Karsnitz/Thomas presented the Rockwell/DuBreuil "E. Alberta Veazey Analysis of Financial Transactions"
document to Glasscock.
Analyst Commentary: it appears Mr. Dubreuil holds a misconception regarding the mesothelioma litigation, seemingly
conflating it with the 'E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC.'
Analyst Commentary:email June 24, 2009 Re: deposit
2) deposition quote: proceeds from the mesothelioma lawsuit were going to be placed in the LLC.
Dubreuil's statements, summarized from Dubreuil first deposition, pages 51 through 66, on this matter include:
- "I did not discuss the mesothelioma litigation with Alberta."
- "Don [Veazey] handled the mesothelioma litigation."
- "I became aware that a limited liability company existed."
- "I didn't really have an understanding ... what the limited liability company was going to be."
- "I don't remember discussing that the limited liability company existed and the purpose of it."
- "I opened 200003103
3345
E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC savings."
- "I opened 200003103
3332
E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC checking."
- Regarding understanding the reason for the gifting trust, he stated: "... I didn't -- I wasn't really sure specifically."
- When questioned about whether Medicaid trusts must be irrevocable or subject to recapture, Mr. Dubreuil stated: "I am not an expert."
- Interactions with Alberta was limited to overdrafts from checking.
- was not the broker of record at Wells Fargo.
Examination of the E. Alberta Veazey Analysis of Financial
Transactions as submitted to Glasscock
Re:
E. Alberta Veazey
Analysis of Financial Transactions
Dear Robert,
Paragraph 1: DuBreuil Inserts Himself Between Jack, his Attorney and the courts
DuBreuil States:
As requested, the following is a summary of selected assets and asset movement pertinent to
E. Alberta
Veazey’s personal assets and her assets of Alberta Veazey Family LLC. My research was
done at the request of Joseph J. “Jack” Beckett who is E. Alberta’s son and legal guardian. The final appointment of
guardianship became effective on 6/24/2011.
My research was done at the request of Joseph J. “Jack” Beckett - days prior a meeting was held where "they all" got together.
attorneys, Jack, DuBreuil, Kristen, Warrington?
Analyst Commentary:
selected assets and asset movement - why not comprehensive?
Analyst Commentary: it appears Mr. Dubreuil holds a misconception regarding the "her assets of Alberta Veazey Family LLC", seemingly
conflating it with the estate of Alberta.
Paragraph 2: DuBreuil's Libelious and Slanderious Statements to Delaware Courts
DuBreuil States:
In order to fulfill his duties as Alberta’s guardian Jack made a number of attempts, through you, as the
attoney for Mrs. Veazey’s guardianship, to contact Jack’s brother, Donald B. (“Don”) Veazey, who had held Mrs.
Veazey’s power of attorney, in order to make an orderly transfer of legal title of Alberta Veazey’s assets over to the
guardianship. Jack Beckett’s primary concerned was and remains how to assure that he can satisfy his mother’s
monthly nursing home bill (which approximates $6,000.00+/-month). From Jack Beckett’s perspective, Don
Veazey has ignored or refused all of Jack Beckett's requests to transfer legal title of Alberta Veazey’s financial
assets to the guardianship.
Analyst Commentary:
oblivious to Ryans numerous contacts with Thomas and the ongoing discussion of assets.
Analyst Commentary:
fails to acknowledge Jack does not need my consent to move Alberta's assets and Jack has PoA both health and financial.
Analyst Commentary:
"ignored or refused to transfer legal title". DuBreuil cannot produce any document supporting his allegation. DuBreuil, aware
this document would be used in Delaware court in two weeks after sending, should be accutly aware of the liability this
statement brings his employer.
Regarding Contacts with Thomas: DuBreuil states that Jack Beckett made numerous attempts, through Thomas,
the attorney for Mrs. Veazey's guardianship, to contact Donald B. ("Don") Veazey. This statement obscures the fact
that Ryan had numerous contacts with Thomas, and all attorneys had ongoing discussions regarding Alberta's assets.
DuBreuil simply wasn't part of the overall conversation. DuBreuil's statement is misleading by omission.
Regarding Jack Beckett's Authority: DuBreuil fails to acknowledge the fact that Jack Beckett, as Alberta Veazey's
guardian, does not require my consent to transfer Alberta's assets. Furthermore, Jack Beckett holds Power of Attorney
for both health and financial matters of Alberta. This is a critical point of law and fact that DuBreuil omits.
Regarding "Ignored or Refused": DuBreuil alleges that "Don Veazey has ignored or refused all of Jack Beckett's
requests to transfer legal title of Alberta Veazey’s financial assets [Account Zero] to the guardianship." This is a
false and defamatory statement. I and my attorney Ryan have not ignored or refused any legitimate requests. DuBreuil has
not provided, and cannot provide, any documentation to support this allegation. The opposite is supported in discovery.
This paragraph is a direct and damaging falsehood.
Regarding Awareness of Delaware Court Proceedings: DuBreuil was acutely aware that this statement would be used in
Delaware court proceedings within two weeks of its publication. This awareness amplifies the gravity of his false
statements and highlights the potential liability his employer faces due to his actions. He was not making an innocent
mistake, but rather making a calculated false statement.
In summary, DuBreuil has published false and unsupported statements. These statements are not only inaccurate
but also potentially defamatory and damaging, especially considering their intended use in a legal proceeding.
Paragraph 3: Misrepresentation of Assets
DuBreuil States:
"Alberta Veazey’s individual financial assets titled in her name appear to have been, as follows:
1) A Nationwide Annuity started on 12/22/2008 for $214,233.51
2) A brokerage account at Wells Fargo Advisers valued at $200,000 +/-.
3) Alberta’s share of the prcoeeds from a wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of her deceased husband
Samuel Veazey and valued at
$427,833.32 [Account Zero] as of 7/2009.
The total dollar value of the assets set forth above, as of the dates indicated, is $842,000 +/-. The dates and amounts
of the assets were derived from statements which Jack Beckett was able to obtain and provide to me."
Analyst Commentary: no item listed is an asset of Alberta's. the brokerage account at Wells Fargo Advisers
valued at $19,000. No account has ever existed representing Alberta's share of the mesothelioma lawsuit settlement.
DuBreuil also makes false statements about the nature of Alberta Veazey's assets. Specifically, DuBreuil
falsely represented the following:
- A Nationwide Annuity started on 12/22/2008 for $214,233.51" as an asset of Alberta Veazey.
- A brokerage account at Wells Fargo Advisers valued at $200,000 +/-." an asset of Alberta Veazey, when
the account was actually valued at $19,000.
- Alberta’s share of the proceeds from a wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of her deceased husband Samuel
Veazey and valued at
$427,833.32 [Account Zero] as of 7/2009" as an asset of Alberta Veazey, when no such account representing
Alberta's share of the mesothelioma lawsuit settlement ever existed.
In total, DuBreuil misrepresented that Alberta Veazey held assets with a total value of $842,000. The items listed by
DuBreuil are not assets of Alberta Veazey.
In summary, DuBreuil has published false and unsupported statements. These statements are not only inaccurate but also
potentially defamatory and damaging, especially considering their intended use in a legal proceeding.
Paragraph 4: DuBreuil's distorted view of his contact/interaction with Alberta and her family - like creepy distorted.
DuBreuil States:
The balance of this letter is a summary of my research, undertaken at Jack Beckett’s request, as to what has
happened to Alberta Veazey’s financial assets. Jack Beckett chose me to conduct this research because I was
Alberta’s banker and financial advisor while I was employed as a Sr. Financial Specialist at Wachovia Bank from
1/12/1999 to 5/7/2010; and, in that role, I had unique knowledge of the Alberta Veazey’s financial circumstances
during that time. While working at the Bank I had gotten to know Alberta Veazey and her family; and I was
instrumental in helping the family set up all of the accounts and orchestrating the movement of the assets related to
the distribution of proceeds to the family members from Samuel Veazey’s wrongful death lawsuit.
I currently am a Financial Advisor with Rockwell Associates in Wilmington, Delaware.
Analyst Commentary: in deposition DuBreuil also stated "-- so I had knowledge of the -- of her finances, I knew everything,
you know, about her finances."
"because I was Alberta’s banker and financial advisor while I was employed as a Sr. Financial
Specialist at Wachovia Bank from 1/12/1999 to 5/7/2010; and, in that role, I had unique
knowledge of the Alberta Veazey’s financial circumstances during that time."
I was instrumental in helping the family set up all of the accounts and orchestrating
the movement of the assets related to the distribution of proceeds to the family members
from Samuel Veazey’s wrongful death lawsuit.
Given the prior mishandling of a deposit detailed above, I will attest that Dubreuil never subsequently
handled any deposits. Considering the complexity of the estate and trust, Dubreuil presented a significant
risk of error, leading Don to exclude Dubreuil.
DuBreuil States:
...I mean in the past we hadn't really -- you know, I hadn't done any investment
business for her [Alberta], I can't really remember the last time for her.
Q Did you handle that account?
A I was not the broker of record on that account.
Paragraph 5; Subsection 1; A Nationwide Annuity Contract #016049490:
DuBreuil States:
With reference to the current status of the respective above-identified financial assets, my findings are, as
follows:
The assets comprising this annuity appear to have been transferred to the Nationwide Annuity Co.
by Don Veazey in his capacity as Alberta Veazey’s POA; and those transferred assets had accumulated
through an annuity that Mrs. Veazey held for many years at the Transamerica Annuity Company (contract
#26134746) (see exhibit B). The purchase of the Nationwide annuity occurred on 12/22/2008 and the
initial funding was in the sum of $214,233.51. The most recent value ofthe annuity, based upon a phone
call to Nationwide Annuity customer service on 3/6/2012, is currently $192,000 +/-. Don Veazey had
made withdrawals from this annuity totaling $37,000 between 12/22/2008 and 1/31/2011; and, to date, he
has not provided an explanation to Jack Beckett as to why these funds were withdrawn.
DuBreuil does not establish that i have not provided an explanation.
attorneys Ryan, Masselli, and Thomas had agreed, at the time of the writing of this document, assets of the trust, including
this annuity would be reviewed after resolving Albertas estate plan. DuBreuil was
not included in these discussions.
see Ryan's deposition telling Don to move the annuity to the trust and Ryan & nationwide worked to title it correctly.
As of the date of this letter, the Nationwide Annuity is titled
“E. Alberta Veazey, Jack Beckett Guardian”. (see Exhibit C)
DuBreuil admits here he transferred a trust asset illegally back to Alberta.
Paragraph 5; Subsection 2; Wachovia/Wells Fargo Brokerage Account 46001-9730:
DuBreuil States:
E. Alberta Veazey maintained the above non-qualified brokerage account with Wachovia
Securities. During my tenure with Wachovia Bank as her banker and financial advisor I found Alberta to
be a savvy investor always looking for ways to invest excess cash in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. The
value of this account had grown over the years to $200,000 +/-
Analyst Commentary: At the time of this writing the value was about $19,000. See further discussion in Paragraph 5; Subsection 4
Paragraph 5; Subsection 3;
DuBreuil States:
An informational notice from First Clearing, LLC, the transactional clearing division on
Wachovia Securities (see exhibit D), dated 8/12/2008 shows an account registration change from E.
Alberta Veazey TOD Registration to E. Alberta Veazey TOD Registration, Donald B. Veazey POA.
Ryan and Nationwide collaborated to ensure the annuity was correctly payable to Don as the trust manager. Subsequent
distribution of these proceeds would then be governed by the terms of the trust agreement.
Paragraph 5; Subsection 4: complete liquidation of this
segment of E. Alberta Veazey’s financial assets.
DuBreuil States:
Based upon an entry on page 2 of exhibit I this account is now closed. Year end 1099 tax reporting
statements provided by Wachovia Securities for tax years 2008, 2009, and 2010 along with E. Alberta
Veazey’s 2010 tax return (see exhibit E) show that since Don Veazey had been added as POA to this
account in Aug of 2008 $276,320.79 in stocks, bonds and mutual funds had been sold (see 1099-B IRS
Box 2 on each tax statement) resulting in the complete liquidation of this segment of E. Alberta Veazey’s
financial assets. The 2010 tax return for Alberta shows a $43,187 capital tax loss possibly related to the
sale of the financial assets within the brokerage account.
Upon maturity, the municipal bonds paid out, and Wells Fargo's systems automatically transferred the proceeds
to Alberta's checking account. This left the account with only legacy investments of no significant relevance.
Don subsequently liquidated these remaining investments, leaving Alberta with a few thousand dollars. During Don's
approximately monthly visits, he and Alberta would discuss stocks and occasionally make minor trades together..
BY MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, looking at page two, the section on Wachovia/Wells Fargo brokerage account, when you
wrote this letter, did you know that the Wells Fargo brokerage account still existed?
A Yes.
Q So the statement that the entire brokerage account was liquidated was incorrect?
A Entire? Let me see.
Q If you look at the last --
A Yeah, I know, I saw that ...
Paragraph 5; Subsection 5: why isn't the money still in the investment account?
DuBreuil States:
Because these assets were titled in Alberta’s name, and were not considered as part of the Gifting
Trust nor the Family LLC Jack Beckett reasonably assumed these financial assets would be available for
him to use as needed to help him fulfill his duties as his mother’s legal guardian. Jack would like an
accounting from Don Veazey in his role as Alberta’s POA as to why the entire brokerage account was
liquidated and how the proceeds were spent between 8/12/2008 and 12/31/2010.
When the proceeds were automatically moved by wells fargo, Don contacted DuBreuil, then a Wells Fargo employee.
I will provide an email exchange with DuBreuil regarding money automatically moving from the investment account to Alberta's checking.
DuBreuil explains in email to me (2008) that is how the account was set up - proceeds from asset sales would automatically move to checking.
DuBreuil admits in deposition he was aware at the time of writing, "entire brokerage account was liquidated" was not true.
The initial contact with Dubreuil concerned the automatic movement of funds from asset sales to Alberta's checking account,
a process confirmed by Dubreuil in a 2008 email as the intended account setup. This routine operation is separate and
distinct from the subsequent and complete liquidation of the entire brokerage account. Dubreuil's later deposition
testimony clarifies that his earlier description of the "entire brokerage account being liquidated" was
known to DuBreuil to be inaccurate.
Paragraph 5; Subsection 6: Alberta Veazey’s share of Samuel Veazey’s Wrongful Death Lawsuit
DuBreuil States:
On 7/30/2009 the sum of
$427,833.32 [Account Zero] was deposited in two equal shares into two money market
accounts at Wachovia Bank. The title of one account (Account #1) was E. Alberta Veazey, POD Bob
Beckett (acct #1010246822633) (see Exhibit F); and the title of the second account (Account #2) was E.
Alberta Veazey, POD Jack Beckett (acct # 1010246822646) (see Exhibit G). This was done pursuant to a
memorandum agreement of understanding dated 7/30/2009 (see Exhibit H) and signed by Alberta Veazey
and each of her three sons — James Robert (“Bob”) Beckett, Jack Beckett and Don Veazey. A Wachovia
bank printout dated 4/22/2011 reports these accounts to have been closed as of that date. (see Exhibit I)
Analyst Commentary:
During the 2009 calendar year, Alberta resolved approximately thirteen (13) separate legal actions and received approximately
twenty six (26) corresponding disbursements.
One specific settlement in the amount of
$427,833.32 [Account Zero]
approximates the
$418,000.00 contemplated by the Memorandum of Understanding
('MoU').
The division of the aforementioned settlement amount of $427,833.32 into two equal shares yields
$213,916.66 per share, an amount proximate to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation ('FDIC')
maximum insured deposit of $250,000.00 thus broken into 2 deposits to Money Market accounts.
Analyst Commentary:
DuBreuil states in deposition "don somehow got his share directly" - Yes, I did. That is how civil actions are disbursed.
DuBreuil States:
There are indications that Don Veazey, who then was the managing member of the E. Alberta
Veazey Family LLC, transferred some, if not all, of the assets comprising Account #1 and Account #2 to
Wachovia Bank (Account #20000 3103
3332
) (see Exhibit J) which is a checking account titled under the E.
Alberta Veazey LLC. This account appears to be used to pay various expenses of the LLC and maintain
some asset liquidity.
2010, after reviewing various financial statements of the Alberta Veazey estate and the Alberta Veazey Gifting Trust,
Dubreuil insisted to and convinced Beckett that I had carried out the withdrawal [ACCOUNT ZERO], that the funds were not distributed,
and that I stole the entirety. Beckett, stating "he has an MBA, how could he be wrong?", was convinced. Despite funds
moving via the MoU, both ignored this evidence. Consequently,
civil lawsuits alleging my mismanagement of Alberta
Veazey's finances and theft were brought in Delaware and Virginia, based solely on Dubreuil's analysis.
Mr. Masselli: Q In Exhibit 11, the debit is $227,451.36;
in Exhibit 12 the amount is $244,336.07;
and in Exhibit 13 the amount is $244,336.07.
Q Can you tell me what a debit to close account is?
A It's basically a debit memo...
Mr. Masselli: Q Do you recall if you were the one who closed out any of these accounts?
A I don't recall, no.
Q This is a fairly significant amount of money; would you be likely to recall it if you did?
A I don't remember specifically doing this.
Analyst Commentary: extracted from DuBreuil deposition second, page 3 line 18
MR. MASSELLI: Q ...
Alberta Veazey, [POD] Donald Veazey had an account number with the last four digits 9862
Alberta Veazey POD Jack Beckett had an account number with the last four digits 2646
Alberta Veazey POD Bob Beckett, it had an account number with the last four digits 2633
DuBreuil executed a debit to close these three accounts.
Along with funds from Alberta's personal account, DuBreuil transfered 1 million dollars as per the MoU.
DuBreuil States:
... Don Veazey, who then was the managing member of the E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC, transferred some, if not all,
of the assets comprising Account #1 and Account #2...
Analyst Commentary: this is DuBreuil's "source" of funds for
$427,833.32 [Account Zero]
Analyst Commentary: Generally, accounts that have been debited to zero and closed no longer can be considered a "source" of funds.
Paragraph 5; Subsection 7: The Mesothelioma Settlement Payout:
Analyst Commentary:
DuBreuil statements regarding the mesothelioma
settlement payout are deeply flawed and appear to form the basis of accusation. Specifically, DuBreuil
asserts that because one mesothelioma settlement payout approximates one-quarter of the total lawsuit recovery, DuBreuil
presumes that four equal payouts were made by Angelos, representing Alberta, Bob, Jack, and Don. From this presumption,
DuBreuil further concludes that I controlled all of these payouts, and that this constitutes conclusive evidence of
grand theft, alleging I misappropriated Alberta's share. DuBreuil has deemed these speculative conclusions worthy of
submission to the courts of Delaware and Virginia. Moreover, DuBreuil is willing to
testify to these allegations in the Virginia trial, backed by his authority derived by way of employment,
Rockwell Associates, HTK, Penn Mutual, and purports to have based this allegation on information and authority provided
by Jack, and confirmed in conversation with Jack's attorneys Karsnitz and Thomas, accountant Warrenton, and principals
Jack and Kristen. These assertions are speculative, unsubstantiated, and defamatory.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Does your analysis take into account the fact that Mrs. Veazey agreed to put most of her
assets into the Veazey Family Gifting Trust?
A I don't think it takes that into consideration...
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, does your analysis take into account the million dollar gift that Mrs. Veazey made for the 90
percent of which went to Jack and Bob Beckett?
A Yes.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q And could you tell me how it does that?
A If you look Alberta Veazey's share of Samuel Veazey's wrongful death lawsuit, that's part of it.
So I'm -- you know, if you look at that paragraph, on July 30th of `09, the sum, that sum was
deposited into equal shares, $427,833.32, two equal shares into the two money market accounts
at Wachovia bank, and pursuant to the Memorandum of Understanding signed by Alberta Veazey and
her three sons.
Analyst Commentary: Here's the smoke and mirrors. Two equal shares yields $213,916.66. DuBreuil is unable to
explain how Bob and Jack received a MoU payout of $418,000 each.
DuBreuil seems to believe:
- Bob and Jack participated in the mesothelioma suit and received mesothelioma disbursements.
- The mesothelioma attorney sent settlement proceeds for Alberta, Bob, and Jack to Don.
- Don deposited these four disbursements into a trust brokerage account.
- Dubreuil issued two disbursements via a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with the "source" being an LPL brokerage account.
- Don has somehow intercepted Alberta's entire one-quarter share of the mesothelioma suit.
- Don has placed Alberta's share into an account referred to as "[Account Zero]."
- "[Account Zero]" exists.
- Don controls "[Account Zero]."
- the amount in
"[Account Zero]" is $427,833.32.
- Thomas has been urging Don to "release" this account because his mother reportedly has no other money.
- Jack will now be
compelled to petition the courts in Virginia to "release" this account.
- Don might be misappropriating funds, and swift action by Jack is necessary.
- Upon receipt of this money, Alberta would be financially secure, negating the need to claim insurance, sell assets, or collect debt.
Analyst Commentary: in paragraph 4 DuBreuil delusionally asserts:
"I was instrumental in helping the family set up all of the accounts and
orchestrating the movement of the assets related to the distribution of proceeds to the family members from
Samuel Veazey’s wrongful death lawsuit."
Analyst Commentary: There was no reason to include DuBreuil in any aspect of the mesothelioma law suit. He was nothing more
than a notary and bank teller; generally avoided.
A Wachovia printout of activity for account 20000 3103
3332
(see exhibit K) shows check #1019,
in the amount of$285,000.00, clearing this account on 2/5/2010. Coincidentally, an account summary,
printed on 5/31/2010 (see exhibit L), with respect to LPL Financial brokerage account #545 1-7282 (see
exhibit M), titled E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC), shows that this account was opened on 2/4/2010 on the
strength of an initial investment of$285,000.00.
This account would appear not to be part of the Alberta Veazey’s guardianship estate.
Analyst Commentary:
DuBreuil has confused the LPL Veazey Gifting Trust's LPL Financial brokerage account. And it had about $400,000. Dubreuil
is certain he's found the missing money!
Analyst Commentary:
DuBreuil was sidelined, not in the loop with conversations ongoing with Ryan and Thomas
Analyst Commentary:
When DuBreuil uses "guardianship estate" I'm presuming Alberta's estate. DuBreuil, not understanding trust law states:
it's "titled E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC" ... "would appear not to be part of the Alberta Veazey’s guardianship estate."
DuBreuil closed the trust investment account at LPL, and moved the funds to a HTK guardianship account [HK-403309]
titled E Alberta Veazey guardianship account Jack Beckett guardian, Alberta's Social Security number.
MS. MURPHY: I think he's just asking whether you sent Don or his lawyer, or your lawyer
sent the notification that this was transferred.
A I don't -- I can't recall.
Thomas cautions (e-mail) re: "using the funds".
DuBreuil States:
Relating to the future management of the above assets Jack Beckett has sent a letter of instruction (see
Exhibit N) to LPL Financial relating to the brokerage account #5451-7282 informing them that Don
Veazey has elected to resign both as trustee of the E. Alberta Veazey Gifting Trust and non-member
manager of the E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC (see Exhibit O). The instructions with the letter are
pursuant to the attached Action of Sole Member naming Jack Beckett as trustee of the trust and managing
non member of the LLC. LPL Financial has not responded to the request.
In conclusion, my findings are that, between 12/22/2008 and 7/30/2009, Alberta Veazey had financial
assets titled in her name with an aggregate value of$842,000 +/-. Today, it appears that only the Nationwide
Annuity, with a value of$192,000.00+/-, is owned by Alberta Veazey (albeit now by Jack Beckett, in his capacity as
Alberta Veazey’s guardian).
Currently unaccounted for, based upon my research (which, as indicated above, was limited due to the lack
of complete records), are, the following:
1. The premise for and ultimate disposition of the $37,000 withdrawal from the Nationwide
Annuity.
2. The premise for and ultimate disposition of the $276,321 transferred from the Wachovia
brokerage account.
3. The disposition of the $142,833.32 not deposited to the E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC account
at LPL Financial.
Analyst Commentary:DuBreuil incorrectly attempts to write 427,833.32 [Account Zero] and
Instead writes $142,833.32.
Once you have considered the findings summarized by this letter, do not hesitate to contact me with any
questions.
Sincerely yours,
Thomas DuBreuil
Financial Strategist
Rockwell Associates
cc: File
Mr. Joseph J. Beckett
Summary Rebuttal:
close scrutiny of this document leads to a belief this document was either a poorly conceived
joke or a challenging but not insurmountable attempt, using smoke and mirrors, to obfuscate
theft of the trust fund's assets
did Karsnitz ask courts to release funds?
All assets of the trust's LPL investment account were moved by DuBreuil, first from LPL to
Alberta then before filing albert's accounting DuBreuil moved the remaining assets to LPL into an account
controlled exclusively by Jack with Jack ultimately saying everything was lost in "the stock market meltdown".
no distributions were ever made by the trust set up by Alberta with all going to Jack
Bob [Thomas]sent Jack a document to sign called the "E. Alberta Veazey Family LLC
Action of Sole Member" for you to sign. I [DuBreuil] would like to discuss it with you to make sure
that you understand what it is all about. (e-mail)
"As far as responding to Don's letters, I [DuBreuil] recommended that we not respond on a point by point basis
since, in doing so, we were not any more likely to satisfy Don than if we offered a more "generalized"
response. Despite that advice regarding the proposed response. I did ask Jack (and Kristen)
to offer to me a response to each of Don's points. They did so with the exception of a couple of
items which Kristen is pursuing was Jack (and Kristen) response" (e-mail) TURNED OVER IN DISCOVERY?
Due Process Clause of the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Specifically, it
means that no person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.
This clause protects individuals from government action that infringes on their rights without proper
legal procedures.
February 20th, 2012 where you indicated that there was a missing $275,000
The LPL brokerage account for the LLC was started by Don with only $285,000. As
of right now I have run into a dead end as to where the lawsuit money or the brokerage account money
went. I calculate that about $275,000 of Alberta's money is unaccounted for.
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
... conduct business on this account.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
Veazey - Nationwide Annuity Withdrawal
attachment above are the withdrawl requests Don Veazey submitted to Nationwide
Annuity Co. for the $37,000 he withdrew from Alberta's annuity.
Friday, March 30, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Next Week
meet me at the Wachovia on Concord Pike around lunch time to
see if we can find out something about Alberta's accounts
Thursday, April 5, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
RE: Wells fargo LLC Acount Statements form 2009 to present
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
RE: Power of Attorney for Alberta
Kristin,
...
Here is what I needed from Jack:
...
I have some papers for him to sign related to the transfer of Alberta's assets.
...
Some forms from Nationwide are being mailed to his home in
Rehoboth to make that happen, but I need to explain to him what is happening.
Friday, May 11, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
meeting you [Bob Thomas] Jack and Kristen had last Friday
Bob,
Just as an FYI I spoke to Jack yesterday. He told me about the meeting you Jack and Kristen had last
Frfday. As I understand it the result of the meeting was for Jack to respond to his brothers letter point by
point. I told him it was a good idea. I offered him my help in compiling a response, that offer extends to you
as well.
The Veazey Family LLC brokerage account that was at LPL Financial is now under my management.
Personally, I am not comfortable with current allocation given the intended purpose of the money
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Beckett/Veazey Update
Jack and I met with Wells Fargo Banker, Caitlin Brown yesterday.
...
This access should be able to give Jack a clearer picture of how her brokerage account went from $200,000+ to $7,966.33.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Samuel Warrington
Veazey/Beckett
Attached are all of the pertinent documents related to the Veazey Family LLC and Veazey Gifting Trust
Also included are an asset breakdown Veazey Family LLC brokerage account that is now under my
management.
Friday, May 18, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Alberta's Wells Fargo Brokerage Account
Kristen,
I am sure Jack told you that we were able to get Alberta's old WF Brokerage acct added to the WF on-line
list of accounts he now has access to.
Monday, June 4, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Bob Thomas
Estate of Sam Veazey
Don resigned as manager of the LLC and as POA, but he is still the executor of Sam's Estate. In trying to
follow the money trail I have to ask the fowowing:
. What bank(s) did Don open Sam Veazey's estate account at?
. Is there a way to find out what bank(s) he did open Sam's estate account at?
. In the grand scheme of things do we have a right or reason to know where this and other money that
has flowed, or is still flowing to Sam's estate from the lawsuit settlement is going to?
. Why isn't this money going to the Veazey Family LLC as opposed to the estate account?
Analyst Commentary:June 2012 Jack phone call - Glasscock said to bring criminal charges against me
June 18, 2012
From: Masselli
To: Thomas
second letter from my attorney in Virginia to Bob Thomas
§ 55-548.13(C) and to “promptly respond to a beneficiary's request for information
related to the administration of the trust.” § 55-548.13(A).
Friday, July 13, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
Veazey Guardlanship Income Option
from the beginning of my association with Jack Beckett his overriding concern has been having enough
ncome to pay for Alberta's care at Brandywine Assisted Living
Wednesday, July 17, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack
Veazey Guardlanship Income Option
wrongly states the Long Term Care was ending
Analyst Commentary: was there a jul-22-2012 trial? see jul-nn-2011?
June 21, 2012 I sue Jack for Moving all funds from the Trust to Accounts Controlled
Exclusively by DuBreuil and Beckett
DuBreuil deposition January 15, 2014
the following did not field representation at DuBreuil depositions:
Rockwell Associates
Swarthmore Financial Services
Wells Fargo
Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company
Horner Townsend and Kent
Zenith Marketing
MML Investor Services
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, Mr. DuBreuil, my name is David Masselli and I represent Donald Veazey who's sitting to my left, he's a
plaintiff in a lawsuit entitled Donald B. Veazey versus Joseph J. Beckett, which is pending in the Circuit Court
for Prince William County, Virginia.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, I asked you previously about depositions; have you ever testified in court, in a court hearing?
A No.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, can you tell me what you did to prepare for this deposition?
A Essentially I reviewed -- you know, I used I guess the description of what I was to bring,
you know, or what I was to provide for you, you know, prior to the deposition, and I just kind of reviewed
the notes and, you know, basically just the records, you know, related to what, you know, specifically you
were asking just so I was -- I knew what I was talking about.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, about a week ago, you sent me some documents, for which I thank you. Do you have any
other documents that you have come across since then?
A You know, other than those two, I had -- I had some documents, some print-outs that were
off of our -- and mainly for my own, you know, edification, some statements, you know, from -- about
the accounts that had information that I thought was relevant.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Okay, when you say about the accounts, are these accounts with your current employer or are these Wachovia accounts?
A Current employer.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, the case of Veazey versus Beckett is scheduled for a trial in Manassas, Virginia
beginning on February 24th, 2014; are you planning on being a witness in that case?
A If I'm called. I hadn't planned on it, but if I am asked.
MR. MASSELLI: Okay, I think we're going to conduct this as if it were a de bene esse deposition.
MS. MURPHY: Okay.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, when you were at Swarthmore, did you have any business relationship with Jack Beckett?
A Jack contacted me -- actually, Kristen [Long] contacted me and we discussed the situation with
Jack's -- you know, his management of Alberta's finances, and he was not able to get access to any of
the records ... So because of the relationship I had primarily with his mother and the work that I did in
primarily 2009 when I really got to know both Don and Jack and helping them essentially distribute the money
that came from Sam's mesothelioma to the various parties, and so I did a lot of work -- actually did a
lot of work with Don back then, because Don was the one charged with the, you know, doing the work and
that. So that's -- so I had knowledge of the -- of her finances, I knew everything, you know, about her finances.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q while you were at Swarthmore, were either Jack Beckett or Kristen Long clients of yours, did they have accounts?
A No, they did not.
MR. MASSELLI:
Q is it Rockwell Associates?
I am essentially, I'm a financial adviser, so it is my responsibilities to prospect -- sales, you know, prospect for clients
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Are you a salaried employee?
A Basically, I do have a salary; it's essentially a salary plus whatever commissions I make on the products that I sell.
Rockwell is an agency of the Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company ... regulated by FINRA
Horner, Townsend and Kent, HTK, is owned by Penn Mutual is the dealer, Pershing Financial is the clearing house
MR. MASSELLI:
Q Now, am I correct that in order to operate under a Series 7 license, your license
essentially has to be parked or associated with a brokerage firm?
A Right.
Q And in this case, your license, your Series 7 license, is associated with HTK, correct?
A Correct.
Q ... period of time that you were with Swarthmore Financial. would your license have been with MML Investor Services?
A Correct. That's correct.
Q And also when you worked for American Express, were you also an agent for IDS Insurance Company?
A Yes, I was.
Q Now, who is your Series 63 license associated with?
A Through -- all -- the Series 7, 63, and 65 are all being held associated with HTK.
Q Okay. Now, if you generate business that's covered by your Series 7, 63, or 65 licenses,
do you receive commissions on that business?
MS. MURPHY: Objection, relevance. You can answer.
THE WITNESS: Yes.
Q Now, if you generate life insurance business, life insurance, annuities, et cetera, do you receive commissions
for that business?
MS. MURPHY: Same objection, relevance.
THE WITNESS: Yeah. Yes.
BY MR. MASSELLI:
Q And do those commissions come from Rockwell or Penn Mutual?
MS. MURPHY: Same objection, relevance.
THE WITNESS: Penn Mutual
BY MR. MASSELLI:
Q And I just want to be clear here. We mentioned earlier that you receive a salary plus commissions?
A Uh-huh.
Q Do all of your commissions come from either Penn Mutual or HTK?
MS. MURPHY: Objection, relevance. You can answer.
THE WITNESS: Yes. We also have a relationship with -- if I'm -- if a client wants
something like long-term care or disability, or they are not able to be qualified, let's say someone with a
life insurance policy and they could not qualify for a Penn policy for health reasons or whatever, I have the
ability to go out to a broker called Zenith Marketing and offer the products of various other companies in
the insurance market, that's either life, health, disability or long-term care.
Q And again, if you generate business through Zenith Marketing, do you receive a commission?
MS. MURPHY: Same objection.
THE WITNESS: Yes.
Q Now, is Jack Beckett a client of Rockwell?
MS. MURPHY: Objection, relevance. You can answer.
THE WITNESS: Yes, he is.
Q... is the Estate of Alberta Veazey a client of Rockwell?
A Not the estate. The client is the E Alberta Veazey Family LLC, Jack Beckett, Guardian.
Q ... are any of the financial accounts which Mr. Beckett controls pursuant to the Delaware
guardianship proceeding, are any of them clients of Rockwell?
A The only account that we have is the one that I did describe, and he is, you know, listed
from a legal title standpoint as guardian; that's the only account that is held with Rockwell.
Q And are you licensed as an investment adviser?
A Yes, that's correct.
Q Can you tell me what that license allows you to do?
A Basically it allows me to do certain investment advisory products. I can essentially,
within Horner, Townsend and Kent, I have got the capability of managing, doing what's, you know, like
fee-based business accounts if I so choose. So I can actually do what's, you know, vernacular
called a wrap account where I could, you know, charge a fee, percentage of assets under management
and I can -- and those types of accounts can be, you know, mutual
funds, stocks, bonds, whatever.
Mr. Masselli: Q Do you currently believe that Donald Veazey unjustly enriched himself
from the accounts of Alberta Veazey?
Mr. DuBreuil: I have no belief one way or another.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Nationwide Annuity
Did you receive the beneficiary statement for Alberta's Nationwide Annuity ... I need this statement to
complete the transfer of Alberta's Nationwide Annuity to the new one we are setting up at Lincoln Benefit
Life.
Tuesday, July 10, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
E. Alberta Veazey - Family Gifting Trust & Family LLC
Kristen.
It is good that you forward this to me. I am able to answer several of the items on the list
[account information requested by Masselli]. l will e-mail a
response to Bob Thomas and copy Sam, Jack and yourself on my response.
Thursday, July 12, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
RE: Veazey - E. Alberta Veazey - Proposed ltr David Charles Masselli, Esq. in reply to his ltrs of 5/29/12 & 6/18/12
Bob,
I have read your proposed reply to Mr. Masselli. Below is my input to items B, C, D, and E on page 2 of your
draft response to the letter as we discussed earlier this week.
...
Friday, July 13, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Jack Beckett
Veazey Guardianship Income Option – Email
Jack,
I have prepared the letter below to send to Bob Thomas. Before I send it I want you the review it first. Call
me Monday with any questions, comments or changes
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Thomas
Veazey Guardianship Income Option
As you are well aware Jack's access to Alberta's financial assets to pay her expenses
has been problematic, and main reason he sought my help. lam happy to say much of our hard work has
paid off and Jack now has the legal right to access Alberta's personal financial assets for her continued
care. ...
Tuesday, July 17, 2012
From: DuBreuil
To: Samuel Warrington
Veazey Guardianship Income Option
The in the original guardianship inventory of assets it was assumed that her Nationwide annuity was titled in
the Veazey Family LLC, and thus not included. It was discovered later that the annuity was in fact her asset.
Jack counter sues
Analyst Commentary:alleging theft
at virginia settlement 10/2/2014 DuBreuil still causing issues
Analyst Commentary:Did Jack disbursed 50K to Bob ? Need to look at all disbursements
The Financial Advisory Industry:
DuBreuil was relentless in bullying family members and their attorneys into conceding to his actions. DuBreuil used
his salesmanship expertise to deceive the Veazey family. Beckett, Thomas, and Karsnitz conceded DuBreuil complete
agency over everything allowing DuBreuil to make the decisions; call the shots. DuBreuil inserted himself between
Jack and Jack's attorneys, Thomas and Ryan, Jack and Don.
The quality and suitability of advice can be a concern. The financial advisory industry has varying levels of
regulation and qualification. Not all advisors possess the same level of expertise or adhere to the same ethical
standards. You might encounter advisors who provide generic advice that isn't tailored to your specific circumstances,
goals, and risk tolerance. Some advisors might lack the necessary knowledge in specialized areas relevant to your
situation, such as estate planning or tax optimization.
Was this a deliberate act, a conscious disregard of rule of law?
page 63 line 13:
Q Have you as a financial adviser provided advice to other elderly
people besides Alberta Veazey concerning how to handle their assets?
A Yes.
Jack transfers funds to LPL before filing first account of the guardian
June 15, 2017 Order to Create Miller Trust
Feb 2025 Jack refuses to account as per settlement
June 6, 2025 Don publishes LyssaEast.com
DuBreuil deposition download
Sunday, December 5, 2021 Contact with Rockwell Associates.
Carolyn Humphrey, of Hornor, Townsend & Kent, LLC.,
by my invitation accessed my website and downloaded the following files:
site opened: 05/Dec/2021 12:23:07
start download: 05/Dec/2021 12:23:13
DuBreuil_Deposition_first_Transcript.pdf
DuBreuil_deposition_Second.pdf
DuBreuil_Depo_1_Exhibits.pdf
DuBreuil_Depo_2_Exhibits.pdf
Veazey_Financial_Transaction_Analysis.pdf
download complete: 05/Dec/2021 12:23:24
Nice use of a VPN. They do generally work.
But not on my website.
Need to preserve those evidentiary files in dowloaded form to confirm date time stamp.
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