Determining Spousal Status Can Be Difficult
Discussion on the definition and determination of a “Spouse”
New Canadian Policies Interpret Registration Requirements for Foreign Investment Fund Managers
New Canadian policies interpret registration requirements for foreign investment fund managers.
New Guidance on Use of Mining Preliminary Economic Assessments
The CSA published new guidance on the use of mining preliminary economic assessments.
NI 43-101 Qualified Persons now includes Australian Engineer
The CSA added Australian engineers to the list of NI 43-101 Qualified Persons.
What If a Gift in a Will No Longer Exists?
Explanation of what happens when a gift from a will no longer exists
Eng (Re), 2012 BCSC 1096 – Advancement or Resulting Trust?
Discussion of the law on presumption of resulting trusts vs. presumption of advancement
Wilson v. Lougheed, 2012 BCSC 1166 – Court Awards Special Costs Against Executor in Wills Variation Claim
Case discussion in which the court awarded special costs against executor in wills variation claim
Determining a spouse’s entitlement under a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) claim
Determining a spouse’s entitlement under a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) claim
Claimant Beware
Discussion on the Personal Representative’s responsibilities regarding claims against the estate
Cyberfighting Takes Estate From “Bad” to Worse
Discussion on the Michael Jackson estate and the effect of the internet on estate disputes
Canada’s Supreme Court delivers 5 key copyright decisions
2012 has already been an extremely significant year for Canadian copyright law. First, on June 29, after seven years of tabled bills, public consultations (and ... Continued
The Emotional Aspects of Elder Care
The Emotional Aspects of Elder Care