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Elder Law
Elder law includes a wide range of issues affecting older individuals such as: long-term care options, elder abuse, estate planning, drafting a power of attorney, and seeking recourse for consumer scams that target the elderly.
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How does a do-not-resuscitate order work?
A do-not-resuscitate order (DNR), the directive to refuse emergency lifesaving medical treatment for terminally ill patients, can be invaluable for clarifying your wishes and avoiding disputes, but ...
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Do grandparents have legal rights to their grandchildren?
Separation or divorce can cause widespread collateral damage, but often overlooked is the impact it can have on the grandparents of the children involved.
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What age is someone considered a senior?
There is no set age at which a person is considered a senior in Canada.
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Can my will be revoked?
While each province and territory has its own laws governing wills and estates, they are fairly consistent across Canada. Those laws largely protect the will and its testator — the person writing it ...
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How is a trust different from a will?
While creating a will is a standard part of estate planning, trusts are becoming increasingly popular for some of the different advantages they offer.
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What conditions can I put in my will?
When writing their will, testators often include conditions or restrictions to control how their assets are bequeathed, but there are limits. They may be your assets, but you can’t impose any ...
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When can someone be officially declared dead?
The disappearance of a loved is an emotionally devastating experience that could result in the painful and complex process of proving their death.
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What is probate?
In simple terms, probate is the process of legally validating a will and processing it through court. Probating a will is not necessarily mandatory in Canada, and there can be significant costs to ...
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Who has the final say in end-of-life matters?
The issue centres around substitute decision-makers and how conflicts can be prevented if people take the time to put their end-of-life wishes in writing well before they get sick.
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Do grandparents have legal rights to their grandchildren?
Separation or divorce can cause widespread collateral damage, but often overlooked is the impact it can have on the grandparents of the children involved.
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What is 'grey divorce'?
The television ads show happy married people knocking items off their bucket lists, but the reality is many couples are going their separate ways instead of spending their retirement years together.
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What is an estate plan?
Estate planning is an important step to provide for your loved ones after your death and making your final wishes known.
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What does an executor do?
An executor is the person named in a will who manages the estate of someone who has died. It involves collecting assets, managing finances, and dividing up the estate as specified in the will.
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