No variation in the Holvenstot Last Will and Testament
Discussion on a wills variation claim decided in Holvenstot v. Holvenstot
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Discussion on a wills variation claim decided in Holvenstot v. Holvenstot
Discussion on whether a general power of appointment in a will is valid.
Discussion on the definition and determination of a “Spouse”
Explanation of what happens when a gift from a will no longer exists
Determining a spouse’s entitlement under a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) claim
Pecore v. Pecore confirmed that a presumption of resulting trust arises in certain relationships
A POA can be used to sever joint tenancy
Court Allows Disinheritance of Child for “Valid Reasons” under the Wills Variation Act
Observations: Elder Abuse
Discussion on the financial and emotional costs of favouring one child in the will.
Discussion on the lengths that the Courts will go to rectify a will.
Discussion on children failing to leave home but not contributing to the household expenses.