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In Whitmore v. Belec, 2026 ONSC 2140[1], the Ontario Superior Court of Justice provides a clear reminder that guardianship is not a status, but a continuing obligation grounded in the incapable person’s best interests. Where that obligation is not met, the Court will intervene, and, if necessary, … Read more »

In this next installment of the mini-series, we turn to a deceptively simple question: when does handing over a key, document, or bank book actually transfer ownership—and when does it merely evidence intent? As the cases reveal, the answer hinges on a sharp doctrinal divide, where strict delivery … Read more »

Executors play a pivotal role in administering estates and, where a trust is established under a will, they often assume trustee responsibilities that carry strict fiduciary duties of loyalty, prudence, impartiality, and accountability to beneficiaries. A breach of those duties has serious consequen … Read more »

Henderson v. Wang, 2025 ONCA 335 The Court of Appeal was tasked with determining whether the Applicant/Moving Party ought to be granted an extension of time to serve and file a notice of appeal. The Court ultimately held that an extension was not warranted in this case, given the prejudice that woul … Read more »

In The Estate of Dr. Paul Morgan v. Lavelle, 2026 ONSC 2137, the Superior Court of Justice declined to grant summary judgment to an estate seeking to enforce a promissory note, holding that the factual disputes regarding the quantum of the promissory note required a trial. Background Facts: In April … Read more »