A parent falling ill is a devastating experience for any child, even adult children. There can be a host of unexpected issues and obstacles that arise, particularly if a parent’s condition renders them unable to make decisions or take care of themselves.In these...
Naming people to manage your financial and medical affairs if you become incapacitated is one of the most critical components of your estate plan. It ensures that someone you know and trust will step in if you cannot make decisions for yourself. In choosing...
Discussions about end-of-life care, dying and distribution of property can be uncomfortable for many people. People don’t like to think about these things; bringing them up with your parent can feel intrusive and awkward.However, avoiding these discussions can...
Family relationships are complicated, and these complications can become especially evident in the wake of someone’s death. Under such difficult circumstances, the process of distributing his or her assets can bring to light some painful realisations.One such...
When a loved one passes away, perhaps the only thing that can make the event more upsetting is a contentious or lengthy legal process. Having a will in place can avoid many of these and other challenges that can arise during probate and the governance of the...
While a will can incorporate many parts of your estate, it’s important to note that not all properties pass through a will. Some assets can pass outside of a will. As outlined on the Dial-a-law website, there are certain types of ownership or accounts that you...
In order to acquire a certificate of incapability, the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals requires the patient undergo a “medical and functional” assessment. As posted by the BCCNP, health officials are able to certify someone as incapable...
Discussing what needs to be done and planned for when an elderly parent passes away can be a difficult decision for adult children. It can also be challenging to understand what decisions to make for elderly parents on their behalf when they are still alive, but...
Planning for the future can be complicated. Thinking about losing the ability to make important decisions for yourself can be hard. So why is it so important to be proactive? What Is A Representation Agreement?In British Columbia, a representation...
If someone you love and respect has designated you to be the trustee of a testamentary trust, you may already know the challenges ahead. Whether the trust was created to provide for a minor child, an individual with special needs or some other beneficiary, you can...