Estate Law
Estate Law
Ontario law operates on the presumption that adults possess the capacity to make decisions unless proven otherwise. An individual is deemed incapable of decision-making if they fail to comprehend the pertinent information related to the decision at hand, or if they lack an understanding of the consequences associated with either making or abstaining from making…
While grieving the loss of a loved one, it can be challenging to know what steps to take. However, if a valid Will has been prepared, this can help take some of the pressure off of the executor by outlining who will inherit what and confirming what rules apply to the administration of the estate….
Having a valid Will is one of the best ways to mitigate the risk of estate litigation. However, disputes can arise when a testator passes away without making arrangements for their child support obligations in their Will. This was the central issue in the recent case of P.C.L. et al. v. The Estate of B.L. et al. before the Ontario…