Hobbs Giroday Podcasts explore and explain various aspects of the law.
In particular, we’ll discuss: wills and estates, estate litigation, negligence law, creditor’s remedies, director’s liability and shareholder disputes.
New podcasts are released about every two weeks.
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Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 21 - March 5, 2019:
In this episode David explains the difference between transmission and transfer of assets by an executor or administrator of an estate. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 20 - February 19, 2019:
On this episode, Ian Giroday will discuss the role of the executor in a Wills Variation claim. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 19 - February 5, 2019:
In this episode partner David Hobbs discusses an important case in wills variation, Supreme Court of Canada decision Tataryn v. Tataryn Estate. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 18 - January 22, 2019:
In this episode Ian Giroday talks about what occurs when there are questions about Assets Distributed Pursuit to Rights of Survivorship. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 17 - January 8, 2019:
In this episode, David Hobbs discusses trusts and trustees. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 16 - December 18, 2018:
In this episode, partner David Hobbs explains the term designated beneficiary. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 15 - December 4, 2018:
In this episode, partner David Hobbs explains the Formality and Essential Validity of Wills. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 14 - November 20, 2018:
In this episode, partner Ian Giroday looks at conflict of interest when it comes to executors or administrators. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 13 - November 6, 2018:
In this episode, David delves a little further into the concept of negligence, explaining some of the main factors involves in a negligence proceeding. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 12 - October 9, 2018:
In this episode David explains mental capacity, and Ian explains the grounds for attacking the validity of a will. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 11 - September 25, 2018:
In this episode David Hobbs explains the concept of negligence; how it's defined, what constitutes negligence, and what's required to prove negligence in court. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 10 - September 11, 2018:
In this episode, David Hobbs explains some of the rules of court specific to estate matters, and Ian Giroday answers a common question about whether estate litigation is likely to go to trial or reach settlement: Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 9 - August 28, 2018:
In this episode David Hobbs provides an introduction to the Rules of the Supreme Court of British Columbia. He'll explain how the rules are organized and which reference books can assist you in understanding the rules and forms required. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 8 - August 14, 2018:
In this episode David Hobbs and Ian Giroday discuss Wills Variation. David explains the basics of a Wills Variation claim. Ian explains who is entitled to bring a Wils Variation claim. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 7 - July 31, 2018:
In this episode David Hobbs discusses dental negligence. He explains what constitutes negligence, some of the steps required in order to determine whether there has been negligence, and types of damages. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast Episode 6 - July 17, 2018:
In this episode David Hobbs will explain the difference between an executor and an administrator. Ian Giroday answers the question: Who can see the will? With David Hobbs and Ian Giroday Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast: Episode 5 - July 3, 2018:
In this episode, partner David Hobbs discuss some of the factors that can contribute to making a will invalid. These include formalities, competence of the will maker and undue influence. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast: Episode 4 - June 19, 2018:
In this episode, partners David Hobbs and Ian Giroday discuss what can be done if an executor or administrator is not doing his/her job properly. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast: Episode 3 - June 5, 2018:
In this episode Or Regev discusses Joint Tenancy Estate Planning, which has become increasingly popular in British Columbia. But as Or points out, there are a number of important factors to be aware of. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast: Episode 2 - May 22, 2018:
In Episode 2, Ian Giroday will discuss factors the court considers in a wills variation. David Hobbs explains the legal definition of 'committee'. The show page contains detailed show notes. Continue reading » -
Hobbs Giroday Podcast: Episode 1 - April 30, 2018:
In this podcast, you'll meet partners David Hobbs and Ian Giroday and learn a bit about the firm. David will provide an introduction to Wills Variation legislation in British Columbia. The show page contains detailed show notes. Continue reading »