Do I have to go to the insurers doctor for medical assessment?

Can a unionized employee seek outside legal counsel for LTD issues?

If you hire a lawyer your LTD insurer will get angry and not pay you.

Insurance companies have unlimited resources and once they have denied you they will never pay your claim.

It will cost you money upfront to fight the insurance company and you can’t afford to do that.

I was denied LTD over a year ago and missed the deadline for appealing the decision.  Is there anything I can do about the denial because I missed the appeal deadline?

I tried to return to work but couldn’t do it.  Can I go back on disability?

What can I do if my insurer cuts me off for seeking alternatives to medication?

What can I do if my insurer thinks I am lying about my condition?

What can I do if I received short-term disability but was denied long-term disability?

Can my insurer tell me that I can change to another career and cut me off due to this?

Discover your rights and the TRUTH about long term disability and personal injury. Sivan Tumarkin and James K. Fireman, Disability Lawyers and Partners at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, joins co-host John Scholes as they guide you through the proper steps to take when your insurance provider cuts off your long-term disability or denies your insurance claim.

In This Episode

Chapter 1:

Do I have to go to the insurers' doctor for a medical assessment?

A 48-year-old woman who suffers from severe depression.  Her insurer had her see a new psychologist who reported after her assessment that she had improved and could return to work.  Her family doctor referred her to another psychologist who concluded she was not able to return to work.  She submitted this information in her appeal and was still denied. 

Chapter 2:

Can a unionized employee seek outside legal counsel for LTD issues?

A dissatisfied potential customer left a review for another law firm on an LTD issue. The customer was a unionized employee and once they told the lawyer this they hung up abruptly.  Though unionized workers often are required to use a union elected lawyer and not seek outside counsel, however, in LTD cases where the union does not have adequate specifications for LTD then they can seek outside legal counsel.

Chapter 3:

Top 3 Myths About LTD Claims
If you hire a lawyer your LTD insurer will get angry and not pay you.
Insurance companies have unlimited resources and once they have denied you they will never pay your claim.
It will cost you money upfront to fight the insurance company and you can’t afford to do that.

Chapter 4:

I was denied LTD over a year ago and missed the deadline for appealing the decision.  I am just wondering if I can still do anything about the denial because I missed the appeal deadline?

Chapter 5:

I tried to return to work but couldn’t do it.  Can I go back on disability?

I was off on disability for a back injury and chronic pain.  I tried to go to work but after 3 days my manager told me to go back home because I was in so much pain.  My doctor told me I should go back on LTD because I am not ready to return to work, but my insurer says I can work part-time.  What can I do?

Chapter 6:

What can I do if my insurer cuts me off for seeking alternatives to medication?

5 years ago, I lost my son to opioids and I have struggled since.  I have refused to take medications to treat my depression because of my son's struggle with addiction.  My insurer has cut me off claiming that I am not following doctors’ orders and refusing treatment.  Is there anything I can do?

Chapter 7:

What can I do if my insurer thinks I am lying about my condition?

I have been trying new medications for my sciatica and my doctor said I should see improvements, but I haven’t.  My insurer saw those notes and has accused me of lying about my condition and is cutting off my LTD because of this.  What should I do in this situation?

Chapter 8:

What can I do if I received short-term disability but was denied long-term disability?

My friend from work has been having marital issues.  He recently got divorced and has been suffering from depression.  He applied for and received short-term disability but has been denied LTD.  I am worried this will have an impact on his progress.  Is there anything you can do?

Chapter 9:

Can my insurer tell me that I can change to another career and cut me off due to this?

I have been on LTD for 16 months and I recently saw someone from the insurance company who came up with a list of other jobs that I can do.  What can I do? I feel like this is a scam.

Denied Long-Term Disability?

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Discover your rights and the TRUTH about long term disability and personal injury. <a href="http://www.stlawyers.ca/sivan-tumarkin">Sivan Tumarkin</a> and <a href="http://www.stlawyers.ca/james-fireman">James K. Fireman</a>, Disability Lawyers and Partners at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, joins co-host John Scholes as they guide you through the proper steps to take when your insurance provider cuts off your long-term disability or denies your insurance claim.
In This Episode
Chapter 1:
Do I have to go to the insurers' doctor for a medical assessment?
A 48-year-old woman who suffers from severe depression.  Her insurer had her see a new psychologist who reported after her assessment that she had improved and could return to work.  Her family doctor referred her to another psychologist who concluded she was not able to return to work.  She submitted this information in her appeal and was still denied. 
Chapter 2:
Can a unionized employee seek outside legal counsel for LTD issues?
A dissatisfied potential customer left a review for another law firm on an LTD issue. The customer was a unionized employee and once they told the lawyer this they hung up abruptly.  Though unionized workers often are required to use a union elected lawyer and not seek outside counsel, however, in LTD cases where the union does not have adequate specifications for LTD then they can seek outside legal counsel.
Chapter 3:
Top 3 Myths About LTD Claims
<ul>
<li>If you hire a lawyer your LTD insurer will get angry and not pay you.</li>
<li>Insurance companies have unlimited resources and once they have denied you they will never pay your claim.</li>
<li>It will cost you money upfront to fight the insurance company and you can’t afford to do that.</li>
</ul>
Chapter 4:
I was denied LTD over a year ago and missed the deadline for appealing the decision.  I am just wondering if I can still do anything about the denial because I missed the appeal deadline?
Chapter 5:
I tried to return to work but couldn’t do it.  Can I go back on disability?
I was off on disability for a back injury and chronic pain.  I tried to go to work but after 3 days my manager told me to go back home because I was in so much pain.  My doctor told me I should go back on LTD because I am not ready to return to work, but my insurer says I can work part-time.  What can I do?
Chapter 6:
What can I do if my insurer cuts me off for seeking alternatives to medication?
5 years ago, I lost my son to opioids and I have struggled since.  I have refused to take medications to treat my depression because of my son's struggle with addiction.  My insurer has cut me off claiming that I am not following doctors’ orders and refusing treatment.  Is there anything I can do?
Chapter 7:
What can I do if my insurer thinks I am lying about my condition?
I have been trying new medications for my sciatica and my doctor said I should see improvements, but I haven’t.  My insurer saw those notes and has accused me of lying about my condition and is cutting off my LTD because of this.  What should I do in this situation?
Chapter 8:
What can I do if I received short-term disability but was denied long-term disability?
My friend from work has been having marital issues.  He recently got divorced and has been suffering from depression.  He applied for and received short-term disability but has been denied LTD.  I am worried this will have an impact on his progress.  Is there anything you can do?
Chapter 9:
Can my insurer tell me that I can change to another career and cut me off due to this?
I have been on LTD for 16 months and I recently saw someone from the insurance company who came up with a list of other jobs that I can do.  What can I do? I feel like this is a scam.
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Employment Issues?
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Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru fight for them.

A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning severance pay, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, human rights, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's Toronto employment lawyers, Vancouver employment lawyers, Ottawa employment lawyers, and Calgary employment lawyers.

Lior frequently hosts the Employment Law Show, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
Global TV
CTV Toronto
CTV Ottawa
Global News Radio 640 Toronto
Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver
Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa
Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton
Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London

He also created the Severance Pay Calculator to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.

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Discover your workplace rights, and let Employment Lawyer <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/team/lior-samfiru/">Lior Samfiru</a> fight for them.
A co-founding partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior has unmatched experience at various courts and tribunals in Canada, where he has defended countless clients in matters concerning <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/severance-pay/">severance pay</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/constructive-dismissal/">constructive dismissal</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/harassment-discrimination/">human rights</a>, sexual harassment, breach of contract, and much more. He also manages the firm's <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver employment lawyers</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa employment lawyers</a>, and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary employment lawyers</a>.
Lior frequently hosts the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/employment-law-show/">Employment Law Show</a>, where he educates both employees and employers on their employment rights, according to Employment Standards in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta, and common law throughout Canada. The show airs on the following radio and TV stations:
<ul>
<li>Global TV</li>
<li>CTV Toronto</li>
<li>CTV Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 640 Toronto</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CKNW in Vancouver</li>
<li>Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa</li>
<li>Global News Radio 900 CHML in Hamilton</li>
<li>Global News Radio 980 CFPL in London</li>
</ul>
He also created the <a href="https://www.severancepaycalculator.com/">Severance Pay Calculator</a> to allow employees in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta determine how much severance pay they are owed when they are terminated from their job.
Experiencing a workplace issue? Not sure if you need legal assistance? BEFORE you call an employment lawyer, use the <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/pocket-employment-lawyer/">Pocket Employment Lawyer</a>. Answer a few quick questions at PocketEmploymentLawyer.ca and you will learn what your legal options are and how to enforce your rights.

Lior Samfiru - Samfiru Tumarkin LLP

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Whether you are an employee facing a <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/wrongful-dismissal/">wrongful dismissal</a> or an employer who needs the support of a knowledgeable advocate, have been <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/law-essentials/long-term-disability-claims/">denied or cut off a long-term disability claim</a>, or have a conflict with an insurance company, the experienced legal team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP provides practical and cost-effective solutions, backed up by years of proven results and countless testimonials. Our offices are located in <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/toronto-employment-lawyers/">Toronto</a>, <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/ottawa-employment-lawyers/">Ottawa</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://stlawyers.ca/vancouver-employment-lawyers/">Vancouver</a> and <a href="https://stlawyers.ca/calgary-employment-lawyers/">Calgary</a>, where we serve residents in Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is the only employment law firm in Canada with a TV show and live weekday radio program dedicated to answering your questions about your workplace rights.

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