By Martin K. Zeidenberg | Partner | Garfin Zeidenberg LLP Planning for your own death is a difficult concept to embrace. Often times, we do not think about how our loved ones will be affected once we die. Proper planning ensures that upon your death, your assets are distributed according to your wishes. It is...Read More

By John T. Syrtash, Associate, Garfin Zeidenberg LLP, a Toronto family law lawyer for the past 39 years (see www.freemychild.ca). When a couple separates, the payor of “periodic” spousal support is entitled under the Income Tax Act of Canada to deduct the amounts he pays his spouse from his taxable income. The support recipient must include this spousal...Read More