This week on Hull on Estates, Jonathon Kappy and Shawnee Matinnia discuss the recent decision of Kacin v Kacin, pertaining …
Hull on Estates Podcast – #697 – Kacin v. Kacin – Lost Wills Read Post »
Being an estate trustee is a significant responsibility – one that is often significantly more difficult and thankless than many
Intermeddling: What is the threshold for having ‘acted’ as Estate Trustee? Read Post »
No parent wants to even think about the scenario where they and/or their spouse were to pass on leaving minor
What happens when a parent names a guardian for their children in a Will? Read Post »
Cavalho v. Verma is a case that is well covered by our blog and by the media in general because
Costs of the Dog Case: Cavalho v. Verma (ONSC) Read Post »
Last week, my partner Suzana Popovic-Montag blogged on James v James, in which Justice Faieta held that a 79-year-old woman
Life insurance can be a very desirable estate planning tool since the proceeds typically pass outside of probate, avoiding estate administration tax. However, one should take note that insurance policies are not interpreted the
Interpreting Life Insurance Policies Versus Wills: The Availability of Interpretive Aids Read Post »
In keeping with my theme from yesterday’s blog, I want to talk about Justice Myers’ recent costs decision in Drennan
Let’s Talk about Costs Baby! Interest on Litigation Loans Read Post »
Costs is always a contentious issue especially after protracted litigation. Sometimes it can even be the last issue that stands
Costs of an SDA Proceeding Read Post »
In the recent case of Ritchie v Hamilton, 2024 BCSC 941, the Supreme Court of British Columbia was asked to
Supreme Court of British Columbia Allows Extrinsic Evidence Read Post »
Disagreements are an inevitable part of relationships. With different upbringings, life experiences, and social circles, seeing eye-to-eye with another person
James v James: A Reminder That Irrationality ≠ Incapacity Read Post »
