Wills in BC can be ruled invalid if a claimant can prove the testator was under undue influence. Undue influence is an influence causing the execution of a will which pretends to express the will-maker’s mind, but in reality, does…
In BC, interested parties can challenge a will if they believe it is invalid due to suspicious circumstances like undue influence or lack of capacity. The courts presume a will is valid if it meets the following requirements: The will…
When someone believes a will is invalid due to suspicious circumstances, they can challenge the will. The person challenging the will has the burden of proof- they must demonstrate that the will is invalid. If they can demonstrate that the…
A will must have knowledge and approval of the terms of their will in order for it to be valid. They must also have had testamentary capacity when drafting it. In BC, lack of knowledge or approval of a will…
