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Not every employer in Ontario is registered with the WSIB. When WSIB coverage is not available, injured workers may be able to pursue a civil claim against their employer for compensation, including...

Every employee has the right to feel safe at work. If you have experienced bullying or harassment in the workplace, whether in person, by email, by phone, or by text, you may have legal options available...

Bipolar disorder and other mood disorders can affect far more than your mood. Symptoms can disrupt sleep, energy, focus, judgment, and relationships, and they can make it difficult...

A cancer diagnosis can turn your life upside down. Even when treatment ends, many people continue to experience side effects that make it difficult to return to work. If you are applying for short-term...

If you have been injured in a car accident in Ontario, you may have access to two types of claims at the same time: accident benefits through your own insurer (no-fault benefits) and, in some cases...

Chronic pain can affect every part of your life, including sleep, concentration, memory, mobility, and mood. Because it is often considered an “invisible disability,” insurers may question...

Constructive dismissal occurs when an employer has not formally let you go, but has made such significant changes to your employment that you are effectively left with no reasonable choice but to resign...

A critical illness diagnosis can turn your life upside down. Critical illness insurance is meant to provide a lump sum payment to help you manage expenses while you focus on treatment and recovery...

If depression or anxiety is affecting your ability to work and your insurer has denied your short-term disability (STD) or long-term disability (LTD) claim, you may still have options. These claims can...

Fibromyalgia can cause widespread pain, fatigue, and cognitive symptoms that make it difficult to keep up with work and daily responsibilities. It is often considered an invisible illness because...

Every employee in Ontario has the right to be free from discrimination in the workplace. If you believe your employer has treated you unfairly based on a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights...

A neurological disease, whether multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's, epilepsy, or another condition affecting the brain and nervous system, can bring unpredictable symptoms and a long road of treatment...

A serious orthopaedic injury, whether from a car accident, a fall, or an incident at work, can take a real toll on your body, your finances, and your daily life. If you're facing a denied or terminated disability...

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can affect sleep, concentration, memory, mood, and your ability to function at work and in daily life. PTSD is often an invisible disability, which can lead...

If you have been terminated, you may be entitled to more than what your employer has offered. Severance packages can vary significantly depending on your circumstances, and the initial offer is not...

If you are a currently serving member or veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and you cannot work due to illness or injury, you may qualify for CAF Long-Term Disability (CAF LTD) benefits...

A slip and fall can lead to serious injuries, time off work, and unexpected expenses. In Ontario, you may be able to pursue a court action against a property owner or occupier for injuries from...

A spinal cord injury can happen after a serious accident, including a car accident, a slip and fall, or a work-related incident. It can be life changing and can affect many areas of your daily life and...

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen after a forceful impact to the head, including in a motor vehicle accident or a slip and fall, and it can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include...

Losing a loved one after an accident is devastating, and it can feel impossible to think about paperwork, insurance, or legal steps while you are grieving. If a death was caused by another person’s...

Losing your job is stressful enough. If your employer failed to provide you with reasonable notice or fair compensation in lieu of notice, you may have a wrongful dismissal claim. Aaron Waxman and...