Sep 04, 2019
Traumatic brain injury can have physical, cognitive, behavioural and emotional effects and may diminish a person’s normal function, social relationships and quality of life. In a Toronto car accident claim, the Court awarded over $3 Million in damages after a man suffered a disabling brain injury in a car accident. … Read more |
Aug 09, 2019
Scientists have not solved the mystery of why multiple sclerosis affects so many Canadians, particularly women. MS is a neurological condition with serious and permanent affects and often results in long-term disability, … Read more |
Jul 03, 2019
A man with pre-existing conditions that qualified him for long-term disability benefits was injured in a pedestrian accident. In a subsequent civil action against the at fault driver, an Ontario Court found that the man’s ability to function and quality of life diminished measurably after the accident and awarded the plaintiff’s family over $2 Million in damages. … Read more |
Jun 26, 2019
If your short term or long term disability claim has been denied by your disability insurer, here are some helpful hints to help you fight your disability insurance company and get paid … Read more |
Jun 12, 2019
Often, while adjudicating or managing a short term or long term disability claim, insurance companies send people to a so called Independent Medical Examination (IME) … Read more |
Jun 03, 2019
Critical illness coverage provides a lump sum payment for persons diagnosed with a life-changing illness such as heart disease or cancer, unlike disability benefits which provide income replacement during the period of disability … Read more |
May 27, 2019
Once you have been approved for long term disability benefits you may be wondering how long those disability benefits will continue to be paid by your disability insurer … Read more |
May 02, 2019
A pedestrian was severely injured in a Toronto car accident and the Court ruled that her husband’s employer’s vehicle insurance must provide excess coverage … Read more |
Apr 15, 2019
If you have been denied short term or long term disability benefits by a disability insurance company you are no doubt feeling anxious about the process … Read more |
Apr 12, 2019
At Kotak Law we are committed to helping people access the disability benefits they have been denied and we understand your anger with your disability insurance company … Read more |
Apr 08, 2019
Fractures to the femur, tibia and pelvis are serious injuries and often result in long-term disability until the injured person fully regains their strength and is able to function effectively in their job … Read more |
Mar 25, 2019
The lawyers at Kotak Personal Injury Law are familiar with the manner in which long term disability claims are denied by disability insurance companies … Read more |
Mar 12, 2019
A driver ran a red light and crashed into the plaintiffs’ vehicle, injuring a mother and two of her children, and causing fatal injuries for the youngest child. In a civil lawsuit against the negligent driver, an Ontario court awarded the family in excess of $1 Million in damages … Read more |
Feb 19, 2019
If you have been denied short term or long term disability benefits by Manulife or another disability insurance company you are no doubt feeling fatigued by the process … Read more |
Feb 12, 2019
If you’re injured in a car accident caused by a negligent driver you have several options for compensation, including a personal injury lawsuit, statutory accident benefits and long-term disability benefits. In a recent case, the Courts permitted an injured woman to try her lawsuit and LTD claim together … Read more |
Feb 05, 2019
You may be asking yourself how can my short term disability insurance carrier deny my claim based on a report from a doctor who has never even met me. Unfortunately, this happens all the time … Read more |
Jan 28, 2019
How you speak with your doctor is of utmost importance when you are applying for short term disability and long term disability benefits. Disability insurance companies will look through your medical records to see how your impairments actually affect your ability to function … Read more |
Jan 25, 2019
Have you been denied short term or long term disability benefits by Sun Life or another disability insurance company? At Kotak Law we are committed to helping people access the disability benefits they have been denied … Read more |
Jan 08, 2019
If you have been denied short term or long term disability benefits by Manulife or another disability insurance company you are no doubt feeling frustrated by the process. At Kotak Law we are committed to helping people access the disability benefits they have been denied … Read more |
Jan 02, 2019
Chronic respiratory disorders such as asthma, sleep apnea, and COPD, including bronchitis and emphysema, can prevent a person from performing many activities, including their job. And sometimes, your workplace environment may actually trigger or worsen symptoms. … Read more |
Dec 18, 2018
If you have been denied short term or long term disability benefits by Sun Life or another disability insurance company you are no doubt feeling fatigued by the process. At Kotak Law we are committed to helping people access the disability benefits they have been denied … Read more |
Dec 10, 2018
Your disability lawyer will undoubtedly have experience in representing many people who have been denied disability benefits. A disability lawyer will understand that each case can be different … Read more |
Dec 04, 2018
Have you received a letter from Desjardins stating that you have been receiving disability benefits for two years but those benefits will now be terminated? You are not alone and we can help you … Read more |
Nov 30, 2018
Sometimes disability claims are denied by insurers on the basis that the application was filled too late. There are many reasons why people file their claim outside of the insurance policy timelines. … Read more |
Nov 22, 2018
At Kotak Law we represent people with Fibromyalgia who have been denied disability benefits. We work tirelessly on our clients’ behalf. We are approachable and will guide you through the entire process. … Read more |
Nov 19, 2018
Unfortunately, many people who suffer from PTSD suffer in silence. Many are overwhelmed and unable to work due to the magnitude of their symptoms. Often disability insurance companies will deny disability claims based on PTSD on the grounds that there is insufficient medical evidence … Read more |
Nov 15, 2018
Have you received a letter from Equitable Life stating that you have been receiving disability benefits for two years but those benefits will now be stopped? You are not alone and we can help you. … Read more |
Nov 12, 2018
If you have been denied short term or long term disability benefits by Great West Life or another disability insurance company you are no doubt feeling frustrated by the process. At Kotak Law we are committed to helping people access the disability benefits they have been denied … Read more |
Nov 08, 2018
Anxiety disorders can seriously impact your life and prevent you from continuing to work. Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses. … Read more |
Nov 05, 2018
Have you received a letter from Cigna stating that you have been receiving disability benefits for two years but those benefits will now be stopped? You are not alone. … Read more |
