In an estate litigation matter challenging the validity of a will, two individuals brought a motion to be added as applicants, and the respondent brought a motion for security for costs.
The court granted leave to add the new parties, finding no prejudice to the respondents that could not be compensated by costs or an adjournment.
The court dismissed the respondent's motion for security for costs, noting that in estate matters, such orders are rarely granted based solely on an applicant residing outside Ontario unless the claim is frivolous or vexatious.
