Why are COVID long-haulers being denied long-term disability benefits?
As pandemic restrictions are being phased out, many of us are gaining confidence in a new normal. Unfortunately, for COVID ‘long haulers’, this new normal now includes lingering symptoms of COVID-19, even months after recovery. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines long-haul
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Singer Katz wins 8-year fire loss battle against negligent furnace installer
It’s difficult to imagine the devastation of losing everything in a fire. The emotional loss, the massive financial impact and, in this case, a taxing eight-year court battle recently won for his clients by Jason D. Singer. The facts: Mohammad Hariri, his
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How do contingency fees improve access to justice?
There are many words which can be used to describe a lawsuit – stressful, lengthy, time-consuming, and of course expensive. In fact, the average cost in Canada to hire a lawyer to conduct a case through a 7-day trial can be more
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Going to trial vs pursuing a settlement – Which is the better option?
If you are involved in a lawsuit, it is likely to be a lengthy and stressful process. However, it is important to know that the majority of cases are settled out of court rather than proceed to trial. In fact, according to
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Is it better to take a case to trial or settle out of court?
Pursuing a personal injury or insurance claim can be a long, strenuous and confusing process. It often requires the help of an experienced trial lawyer to get you the results you deserve.
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Why are long-term disability claims related to mental health so often denied?
When your insurance company denies your long-term disability claim citing insufficient medical evidence, mental health challenges for suffering from an “invisible illness” are increased.
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Tips for safe driving this Halloween
After nearly two years of being cooped up inside, we deserve a happy (spooky) and fun Halloween! But just as we are doing our best to ensure a safe return-to-school and safe return-to-work, so too must a return-to-Halloween be as safe as
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Ensure the focus is on recovery after a motor vehicle accident
Accident benefits can make the difference between a recovery that is focused on regaining health and one that is compounded by the pressures of lost income and growing expenses. The accident benefits coverage in insurance policies provides compensation when an individual is
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Cyclists injured in motor vehicle accidents are often entitled to compensation
While most cyclists have a basic understanding of safety guidelines, more than half of Canadians who ride bikes say they have either been in an accident while cycling or know someone who has. Cyclists are vulnerable users of our roads. While there
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Witness Tips for a Virtual Trial
This blog was first published on the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association Blog. Giving evidence in Court can be intimidating and nerve-racking. Most people have never been into a Courtroom let alone been forced to answer questions in front of a Judge. With
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