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Drennan v. Drennan: The Cost Consequences of “Scorched Earth” Estate Litigation

In Drennan v. Drennan,[1] Justice Myers of the Ontario Superior Court made a $60,000 costs award against the respondents in an application and concluded that their conduct amounted to an abuse of process and resulted in a loss of value to the estate. This case serves as a harsh warning to parties who act in…

An Overview on Capacity Assessments in Ontario
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An Overview on Capacity Assessments in Ontario

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…

Deceased’s Former Partner Makes Claim to Estate

Deceased’s Former Partner Makes Claim to 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…