December 2024

The Importance of Pleadings and the Test for a Stay Pending Appeal

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In the recent Ontario Court of Appeal case of Leith v. Leith Estate, 2024 ONCA 863 (CanLII), the Court heard two motions before it.  The appellant is the spouse of the deceased.  In the lower court the spouse argued that she was entitled to an equalization payment as the deceased did not adequately provide for her in his will.  The spouse’s right to an equalization payment was not disputed.  For….

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The Season of Giving is Upon Us

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This post was written by Jess Merber and Jo-Anne Ryan – TD’s Private Giving Foundation and Philanthropic Advisory Services. With the charitable giving season in full swing, it’s important to understand year-end tax planning and the value it can offer to clients who have charitable ambitions. When talking to clients, we recommend they consider these points: Donate publicly traded securities. It is always better to donate appreciated publicly traded securities….

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Financial Issues: An Early Warning Sign of Memory Disorders

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With holiday shopping in full swing, friends and family must be alert for financial issues with older people. Financial scams are also rising as we get closer to the holidays. If an older person falls victim to scams or has new problems with banking or paying bills, this could be the canary in the coal mine for recognizing memory disorders. There is an emerging body of research linking problems with….

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