Chalimon v. Warda 2025 ONSC 5776 – Prioritizing Spousal and Familial Bonds in Guardianship Applications
Chalimon v. Warda – Prioritizing Spousal and Familial Bonds in Guardianship Applications In the realm of estate and capacity law, guardianship decisions often hinge on delicate family dynamics, legal criteria, and the best interests of the incapable person. A recent ruling from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Chalimon v. Warda, 2025 ONSC 5776, released […]
Guardianship over Power of Attorney: Ontario Court Chooses Spouse Amid Family Conflict – Bennett v. Bennett et al., 2025 ONSC 4756
Bennett v. Bennett et al., 2025 ONSC 4756 — Guardianship, POAs, and Fiduciary Duties Overview In Bennett v. Bennett et al., 2025 ONSC 4756, Justice C. Gilmore of the Ontario Superior Court was asked to decide who should act as substitute decision-maker for 70-year-old Carl Bennett, a retired nurse suffering from dementia. The case arose […]
Ferritto v. Ferritto: A Cautionary Tale on Guardianship Disputes and Litigation Costs
Ferritto v. Ferritto: Key Insights from the 2025 ONSC Costs Decision on Guardianship Litigation Introduction The recent Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision in Ferritto v. Ferritto et al., 2025 ONSC 4217, provides critical insights into guardianship disputes, costs awards, and the consequences of misconduct in estate litigation. Released on July 17, 2025, this costs […]
Guardianship Without Security: Lessons from Laxton v. Laxton, 2024 ONSC
In the recent case of Laxton v. Laxton, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice considered a guardianship application involving a close-knit family seeking to care for their elderly matriarch, Josephine Laxton. The court’s decision illustrates how practical, compassionate caregiving — combined with a thoughtful estate plan and clear documentation — can support a guardianship appointment […]