The Ontario Court of Appeal decided on 26 April 2023.that debts against the husband follow the husband’s interest only, and not that of the wife in a joint tenancy situation. …
Living Will
A Living Will is a legal document that allows you to specify your wishes regarding medical treatment in the event that you become terminally ill, permanently unconscious, or otherwise unable …
Durable Power of Attorney
A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone to act on your behalf and make decisions for you in case you become …
Power of Attorney for Personal Care
A Power of Attorney for Personal Care is a legal document that allows an individual (the “grantor”) to appoint another person the “attorney-in-fact” or “agent” or “attorney” to make personal …
Power of Attorney for Assets
A Power of Attorney for assets is a legal document that allows an individual, known as the “principal,” to appoint another person, known as the “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” or “attorney” …
Cohabiting: You May have a Claim for Unjust Enrichment
Vanasse v. Seguin In April 2010, The Supreme Court of Canada made one of the most important family law decisions. Ms. Vanasse was in a common-law relationship that lasted 12 …
Family Cottage and Estate Planning
Question: We have a family ”cottage” (house) where my brother has been living since we built a new house on the lot about ten years ago. The property is still …
PREC and Insurance
Question: Should we be getting insurance for the PREC? The RECO Update course says the PREC is not insured under the RECO insurance but the Registrant still is. Answer: Your …
Elderly Couple Live Together: Any Rights?
Question: An elderly couple in their early ‘80’s meet, and decide to move in together. She had a townhouse and changed title to her daughter’s name. She has been in …
Can a Corporation Be a Joint Tenant?
From time to time people wonder whether a corporation can hold title as a joint tenant. After all, it can’t really die? Strange question, in fact, I have been asked …