Among the working class of Canada, there are many who develop severe arthritis as they age. For some, the symptoms are serious enough to impact their ability to complete major work-related tasks. As a result, arthritis has become one of the leading causes of disability among Canadians. (more…)
Month: April 2019
Understanding Liability In Case of A Sidewalk Slip And Fall
Spanning from the years 2009 to 2015, roughly 30,000 ended up in the hospital due to a slip and fall on Toronto sidewalks. These falls were brought on by slippery snow and ice, and in roughly 2,800 cases, resulted in severe enough injuries to require an average of 6 days spent in the hospital. As a result of these accidents, claims are filed against the city by the victims. From reports, we can gather that roughly $6.7 million dollars are spent on such liability insurance claims each year, and for slip and fall cases on roads and sidewalks alone. (more…)
How To Obtain Long-Term Disability Benefits In Case of Mental Illness
When it comes to illness or injury, a lot of Canadians have the option of obtaining long-term disability benefits via a private plan or their employer if said illness or injury has taken away their ability of performing work related tasks. In instances where benefits are denied for whatever reason, claimants still have the option of hiring a personal injury lawyer in Sault Ste Marie and taking legal action in order to receive the coverage they are owed. (more…)
Does Personal Injury Lawyer Know The Seriousness of Concussions
In the majority of cases, the victim of a concussion will be able to reach a full recovery in a matter of weeks, if not merely days. But as generally is the case, there are also exceptions. A serious enough concussion can lead to significant damage to the brain which can bring on chronic symptoms that can last long term and impact every part of the victim’s life. You might want to talk with a personal injury lawyer in Chatham, to ensure that you or a loved one is compensated. (more…)
Are You Eligible To File A Claim For Income Replacement Benefits?
If you have recently sustained an injury in a motor vehicle collision and are no incapable of completing major work-related tasks, then you may be in a position in which you can file a claim for income replacement benefits throughout your recovery. Regardless of which type of insurance policy you are covered by, income replacement benefits are always included in the statutory accident benefits, which provide coverage, if you are found liable for causing the accident that left you injured. (more…)