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Wermuth's will was challenged by family members on the ground that Wermuth lacked sufficient testamentary capacity. The trial court rejected these arguments and refused to allow an expert witness to relate hearsay evidence that he had considered in forming his opinion regarding the mental state of Wermuth.

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