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Links to Frequently Asked Questions:
Accidents
- Will my insurance company pay for my housekeeping expenses?
- What kind of damages can I sue for in a tort claim?
- What benefits are available if I die in an accident?
Benefits & Employment
- What must my employer do if I become disabled?
- Should I apply for WSIB? How will it affect my LTD claim?
- What happens if the accident happened while I was working?
Benefits & Taxes
- Why is it important to know whether or not my long-term disability is taxable or non taxable?
- Will I have to pay taxes on any settlement or judgment?
- How do I know if I have enough LTD coverage?
Denied/Terminated
- Why do I have 2 lawsuits arising out of the same Motor Vehicle Accident?
- Can my insurance company videotape me?
- What will a lawyer do if I am denied LTD benefits?
Legal Counsel
- I am disabled from working. How do I apply for Long-Term Disability benefits?
- How much money can I get from a tort claim?
- Why do I have 2 lawsuits arising out of the same Motor Vehicle Accident?
Mental Health
- What if I refuse treatment or refuse to follow advice to go back to work?
- What if my disability is psychological as opposed to physical?
- Why do I have 2 lawsuits arising out of the same Motor Vehicle Accident?
Policies
- What other forms are required after the Application has been filled out?
- What does “totally disabled” mean?
- What compensation is my family entitled to?
Requirements
- Can my employer fire me while I am on LTD?
- How do I know if I have enough LTD coverage?
- What documents do I need to bring to my lawyer?
Short & Long-Term Disability Benefits
- How long do I have to wait to collect LTD benefits?
- What compensation is my family entitled to?
- What do I need to do in order to apply for short term or long term disability benefits?