Elder abuse under the guise of a POA is all too common
June 30, 2017
While awareness of elder abuse is on the rise, sadly, its prevalence is not falling. Spotting this kind of abuse
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Executor’s role is no small job: Laredo
June 9, 2017
The role of an executor is to quarterback the assets of the deceased and it’s no small job, says Toronto
Legal agreements are a must in shared home ownership arrangements
June 2, 2017
Earlier this month, about two dozen Torontonians came together in a speed-dating type of event in search of a home
Shared Home Ownership (Podcast)
May 31, 2017
Shared Home Ownership (Part 2): Advice from a Real Estate Lawyer Part 2 of Shared Ownership is from a legal
Title insurance: a primer for homeowners
May 23, 2017
Title insurance beats out solicitors’ opinions for budget-conscious home buyers, Toronto real estate lawyer Lisa Laredo tells AdvocateDaily.com. In fact,
Beware the dangers of a continuing power of attorney
May 1, 2017
In this article, I wish to discuss some of the dangers that may arise out of granting a continuing power
Use caution when granting power of attorney for property
May 1, 2017
Powers of attorney are often granted in anticipation of an individual becoming incapable of managing property, but as Toronto wills
Consider conveyance issues after death of property owner
January 9, 2017
From a real property law standpoint, many important aspects of conveyancing need to be addressed following the death of a
Lender can rely on title register when mortgage not fraudulent
December 30, 2016
A recent Divisional Court decision that found a mortgage was not a fraudulent instrument allowed the lender to rely upon
Check with condo board before decking halls
December 12, 2016
Toronto real estate lawyer Lisa Laredo advises condo owners to check with their boards on the guidelines for holiday adornments
Focus: Case highlights negligent representation
November 16, 2016
A recent case demonstrates any breakdown in the five-way test required to establish negligent misrepresentation in real estate transactions will
Honesty key when defending negligent misrepresentation claim
November 9, 2016
Although a recent case shows that any breakdown in the test required to establish negligent misrepresentation in a real estate
