March 20, 2024
LTD insurer hit with record $1.5-million punitive damages award
Bad behaviour towards a long-term disability (LTD) claimant can come back to bite, as one insurer recently discovered — costing them $1.5 million. Insurance companies are […]
January 17, 2024
Five steps to take after a slip and fall injury
We may have waited a little longer for the ice and snow to arrive this year, but we can be sure the cold weather will take […]
November 22, 2023
The critical role of medical evidence in LTD claims
While no two applications for long-term disability (LTD) benefits are the same, they usually share a common decisive factor: medical evidence. To boost your chances of […]
September 20, 2023
How to boost your mental health-related LTD claim
Even as public awareness and understanding increase, challenges remain for those living with mental health conditions – including in the realm of long-term disability (LTD) insurance. […]
July 18, 2023
Independent medical examinations: your top questions answered
Your family doctor is rarely the only medical professional you will see after filing a claim for long-term disability (LTD) benefits. In addition to the specialists […]
May 9, 2023
The LTD settlement mistakes you can’t afford: Five key issues to consider
The reality of our legal system is that most long-term disability (LTD) claims are settled out of court before they can reach a full hearing in […]
March 7, 2023
Six steps to take after your LTD benefits are terminated
The threat of termination looms over injured workers from the moment they begin receiving long-term disability (LTD) benefits. However, the risk peaks after two years of […]
January 10, 2023
Five mistakes to avoid when filing a long-term disability application
Dealing with a workplace disability is difficult enough without the distraction of an argument with your insurer over your long-term disability (LTD) benefits application. In my […]
November 4, 2022
Navigating a long-term disability claim for COVID
Health impacts from the pandemic continue to linger with ongoing reports of COVID-19 infections. And some of those who were previously infected with the virus are […]
September 16, 2022
All-terrain vehicles: Fun, popular and inherently risky
All-terrain vehicles and dirt bikes have become almost synonymous with cottage life, and are often used on farms and in the exploration of wooded areas. They […]
July 12, 2022
Guidance for returning to work after a disability leave
The decision to return to work after a prolonged absence due to illness or disability can be equal parts exciting and nerve-wracking. While you and your […]
