IN THE SUPREME COURT OF NOVA SCOTIA
IN BANKRUPTCY AND INSOLVENCY
Citation: Perry (Re), 2012 NSSC 446
Date: December 20, 2012
Docket: B-36566
Registry: Halifax
District of Nova Scotia
Division No. 03 - Sydney
Court No. 36566
Estate No. 51-1573473
In the Matter of the Bankruptcy of Darlene Mary Ann Perry
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Registrar: Richard W. Cregan, Q.C.
Heard: November 15, 2012
Written Decision: December 20, 2012
Subject: The Bankrupt has an outstanding action for compensation for her injuries incurred in a motor vehicle accident. The Applicant lent her money against the security of irrevokable directions to pay from the proceeds of the action which were addressed to her solicitor.
Issue: The Applicant sought a declaration that the directions to pay take priority over any claims of the Trustee.
Result: The order was granted with the qualifications that further reference to the court may be needed, if any portion of the compensation is for loss of income.
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