FAQ About Ontario’s Workplace Safety and Insurance Board

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When an employee in Ontario suffers a work-related injury or illness, they may have many questions. Aside from recovering, they will also have to focus on the legal side of their situation to receive the compensation and benefits they rightfully deserve. This is why the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) was created: to protect … Read more

Travel & Long-Term Disability (What Canadians Need to Know)

Travel & Long-Term Disability (What Canadians Need to Know)

Taking a vacation when you’re dealing with a long-term disability can be beneficial to your mental and physical health. It’s a great way to experience new sights, foods and cultures which can go a long way towards helping your recovery. But you may need to take certain precautions as not every country has the same … Read more

WSIB Advice: What Should You Do If You’re Injured at Work?

WSB Lawyers Advice on Work Injuries

Electrocution; car accidents; being hit by falling objects; and slips, trips and falls are some of the most common causes of workplace injury. They can devastate victims and their families, especially if the injuries are permanent. Apart from the physical and emotional trauma, financial troubles will also make life difficult, especially if the injured party … Read more

The Truth About WSIB’s New Policy on Medical Cannabis

The federal Cannabis Act came into effect October 17, 2018. It made Canada the second country in the world to formally legalize the cultivation, possession, acquisition and consumption of cannabis and its by-products for medical and recreational use. As a result, various organizations and government departments started making changes to their policies and implementing those … Read more