Are you thinking of applying for disability benefits for vestibular disorders, but you don’t know how? Are you unable to work because of vertigo or other balance disorders? You do not have to suffer any longer. This article will discuss how you can win disability benefits for vestibular disorders in Canada. If you have other […]
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Employment Rights and Disability Benefits: The Ultimate Guide
When taking a sick leave to apply for disability benefits, it is important to understand your employment rights and obligations. You have a separate relationship with your employer from the disability insurance company. You and your employer have rights and obligations that operate apart from your disability claim. Your employment rights come from common employment […]
Can You Travel While on Long-Term Disability?
Travelling the world is one of the greatest things a person can do. For most people, the trouble is just finding the time and money to book a ticket. But for those who are on disability benefits, travelling can become slightly more complicated. Every year we get tons of questions about this. Can you travel […]
CPP Disability Application: How to Apply, Forms Needed & More
This is your Canada CPP disability application guide for 2024. The Canada pension plan disability application is how you request CPP disability payments. However, getting approved for benefits can be hard. A 2016 audit of CPP disability found that Service Canada denied 57% of initial applications. And of those who appealed that denial, 65% were […]
Long-term Disability Surveillance: Online Guide 2025
Insurance companies frequently conduct video, audio and online surveillance of people who have applied for long-term disability benefits. This surveillance is done without your knowledge or consent. After reading this guide, you will understand how surveillance works in long-term disability claims. You will also know your rights and the rules insurance companies must follow. This […]
Do I Need a Lawyer for Short Term Disability?
People often ask us: Do I need a lawyer for my short-term disability claim, or can I handle it myself? Generally, the answer is that you can probably handle things on your own! But it really depends on your situation. Keep reading to find out what we recommend. This article is part of our Ultimate […]
Hiring a Lawyer Online vs. Hiring a Local Lawyer
Are you in need of a lawyer to help with your disability claim? Are you wondering whether you should hire a law firm online or meet with someone locally? Do you want to learn more about the benefits as well as the common problems with hiring a lawyer online? If you answered yes to any […]
CPP Social Security Tribunal: The Ultimate Guide 2024
If your CPP disability benefits have been denied at the Reconsideration, your next step is the Social Security Tribunal hearing. But you might not know what that looks like, and you might be worried. And rightfully so! There isn’t a lot of information online about the SST hearings. In this article, we will explain what […]
Buyout of a Disability Insurance Policy: 3 Things You Must Know
Are you considering a buyout of a disability insurance policy? Are you wondering how lump-sum payouts work for disability insurance policies? Want to know if a buyout makes sense in your situation? I answer all these questions in this article. And I cover the three things you must know before you even mention the word “lump-sum […]
Chronic Pain Disability Canada: Benefits, Claim Denial & More
Are you unable to work due to chronic pain? Does your chronic pain keep you from gaining or maintaining full-time employment? Are you considering the idea or in the process of getting disability benefits for chronic pain? If you answered yes to any of these questions and need an answer to “Is chronic pain a […]