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Disability/Personal Injury April 6th, 2026

Researchers Hopeful Novel Treatment will “Finally Reverse” Alzheimer’s

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied disability benefits for Alzheimer's? Learn more about your rights in Canada and how our experienced team can help.

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Man in his 50s reviewing a disability insurance complaint form at home
Disability/Personal Injury April 1st, 2026

What Happens After 2 Years On Canada Life Long Term Disability

By Sivan Tumarkin

Receiving Canada Life long-term disability benefits? Claims are reviewed after 24 months. See what changes & what to do if they stop…

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Employment Law April 1st, 2026

Minimum Wage in Canada 2026: What You Need to Know

By Lior Samfiru

Learn about minimum wage laws in Canada, including federal and provincial rates, who they apply to, and your rights as an employee.

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Disability/Personal Injury March 30th, 2026

“Not Just a Number”: Epic Games Fires Programmer with Terminal Brain Cancer

By Sivan Tumarkin

CEO Tim Sweeney confirmed on social media that the video game developer will "solve" the family's life insurance issue.

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Reviewing documents at home during a Sun Life long-term disability benefits reassessment after two years
Disability/Personal Injury March 29th, 2026

What Happens After 2 Years on Sun Life Long-Term Disability Benefits?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Learn what happens after 2 years on Sun Life long-term disability, including the “any occupation” rule and why benefits are often cut…

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Man in his 50s reviewing a disability insurance complaint form at home
Disability/Personal Injury March 28th, 2026

Sun Life Long-Term Disability Complaints: Common Problems & What to Do

By Sivan Tumarkin

Dealing with a Sun Life disability claim issue? Learn the most common complaints, including denials and delays, and what you can do…

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A man in his 40s reviewing short-term disability claim documents at home
Disability/Personal Injury March 23rd, 2026

Sun Life Stress Leave: Short-Term Disability for Mental Health in Canada

By Sivan Tumarkin

Learn how Sun Life stress leave works in Canada, including mental health disability claims, required evidence, and what to do if denied.

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Person reviewing CPP disability documents while preparing for a tribunal hearing in Canada.
Disability/Personal Injury March 23rd, 2026

What Happens at a CPP Disability Tribunal Hearing?

By Sivan Tumarkin

Facing a CPP disability tribunal hearing? Learn what happens, what to expect, and how to prepare for your appeal in Canada.

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Person reviewing CPP disability documents after a denial while preparing a reconsideration request
Disability/Personal Injury March 23rd, 2026

CPP Disability Reconsideration Stage: What It Is and How It Works

By Sivan Tumarkin

Denied CPP disability? Learn how the reconsideration stage works, deadlines, timelines, and how to improve your chances of approval.

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