The reality is, with the impending transfer of one of the largest amounts of wealth in our history from one generation to the next, we are likely to see a continued up-tick in estate litigation. Along with that there will be the increased need for a neutral party to preserve the assets of the estate during the course of such litigation…..
In February of last year, in Carter v. Canada, the Supreme Court of Canada struck down the ban on doctor-assisted dying, and gave the federal government 1 year to instate a law ….
Another Deadline Passes – The Continuing Saga of Bill C-14 Continue Reading »
Disability, Estate Planning, In the News, Power of AttorneyAlthough the title of this blog is largely tongue-in- cheek, there is some validity to exploring how trusts can be used to incentivise or encourage the next generation to be successful or at the very least contributing to society in a positive way…..
Incenting From Beyond the Grave!! Continue Reading »
Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Succession Planning, Trusts, WillsIn a number of previous Blogs, there have been references to famous families feuding over estates. This Blog is about a similar story except that the subject, Sumner Redstone, is still alive at 92 years of age. For those who don’t know, Sumner Redstone is a media mogul. He currently owns the majority interest in Viacom and CBS Corporation (through National Amusements Inc.), estimated to be worth around $5 billion…..
Sumner and National Amusements Continue Reading »
Capacity Law, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship Disputes, Succession Planning, Testamentary Capacity, Undue influenceI was getting my equipment together for the annual ski trip and it reminded me of a short instructional video about how to destroy a hard drive….
Technology and hard drives Continue Reading »
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