Yes, you can work while on long-term disability (LTD) in Canada. You have the same employment rights while on long-term disability that you do when you are working. And, while employers can typically fire an employee at any time, it is illegal to lose your job or be discriminated against because of your handicap – […]
Over the past 20 years, Newmarket Lawyers has spent a significant amount of time listening to clients who are dealing with a disability, particularly when the insurance company has refused their claim and stated that they are not sick enough to get benefits. We are delighted to share with you some advice that has helped […]
Punitive damages have been levied against yet another long-term disability insurance business. This time, a Toronto jury determined that Blue Cross’s actions deserved a startling 1.5 million dollar judgement, in addition to the payment of past LTD benefits owed that Blue Cross had refused to pay. Concerning the CaseBaker v. Blue Cross Life Insurance Company […]
