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Professionals and lay people have no doubt been part of or heard about the increased awareness of the issues facing the elderly whether vulnerable, capable or not. Most however, are not aware of section 331 of the criminal code. ….
“A stitch in time saves time” Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Family Conflict, Power of AttorneyStieg Larsson, author of the Millennium Trilogy of crime novels, ultimately died without a Will. This left his long term lover Eva Gabrielsson without any claim to his Estate which under Swedish law would pass to his father and brother…..
While family members may not agree amongst themselves, on any level, it is possible to have everyone be on the same page, as it comes to dealing with their parents as they age and decline…..
“Respect Your Elders” was a phrase that I heard growing up and one I suspect many of you did as well. How can we make sure we are respecting their wishes?
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“Respect Your Elders” Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Geriatric Care Management, Power of Attorney, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship DisputesAbsent threats and promises, can “working on” an elderly testator over a period of time constitute undue influence? A recent decision of the B.C. Court of Appeal upheld a trial judge’s decision finding that this kind of persuasion was enough to consitute undue influence…..
To Undue, or Not too Undue? What Does Undue Influence Look Like? Continue Reading »
Contested wills, Estate Litigation, Family Conflict, WillsWork demands, caregiving to children and parents and time for yourself, how can you balance it all?….
Balancing Work and Care – the Sandwich Generation Continue Reading »
Elder Care, Estate Planning, Family Conflict, Geriatric Care Management, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship Disputes