Can a B.C. Court Compel a Capacity Examination?
Can a B.C. Court Compel a Capacity Examination?
Right to Die and Capacity Issues
Right to Die and Capacity Issues
Executor sentenced to 3 years in jail for misappropriating estate
Executor sentenced to 3 years in jail for misappropriating estate
WESA – Wills , Estates and Succession Act, B.C.
Discussion on when the new WESA will become operative
When can you launch a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) proceeding?
Discussion on when one can bring a wills variation claim.
What is a Fiduciary and When do You Become One?
You may have heard the term “fiduciary” many times, but what does it mean exactly? The term “fiduciary” originates from the Latin word fiduciarius, meaning ... Continued
Wills variations – British Columbia leads the way
Progression of wills variation claims in BC and some benefits of the system.
Searching For a Light
Discussion of Alzheimer’s and a potential treatment developed by Dr. Tobnick.
SCC decides not to hear appeal in Mawdsley v. Meshen
SCC decides not to hear appeal in Mawdsley v. Meshen
Determining Spousal Status Can Be Difficult
Discussion on the definition and determination of a “Spouse”
What If a Gift in a Will No Longer Exists?
Explanation of what happens when a gift from a will no longer exists
Eng (Re), 2012 BCSC 1096 – Advancement or Resulting Trust?
Discussion of the law on presumption of resulting trusts vs. presumption of advancement