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COVID April 7th, 2020

COVID-19: Long-term disability claim denied and what to do about it – Newstalk 1010

By Sivan Tumarkin

Disability Lawyer Sivan Tumarkin on how to stop insurance companies from denying legitimate COVID-19 disability claims.

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COVID April 6th, 2020

CERB Applications in British Columbia and Employment Law Q&A – 980 CKNW

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru answers questions and takes calls on 980 CKNW about the launch of the CERB and who qualifies in…

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COVID April 6th, 2020

Employment Lawyer on Applications for CERB and COVID-19 – 580 CFRA

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru joins host Kristy Cameron on Newstalk 580 CFRA to discuss the CERB, how to apply, and what to…

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COVID April 6th, 2020

Gap in CERB support for gig economy workers – CBC News

By Lior Samfiru

Employment Lawyer Lior Samfiru spoke to CBC's The National about the lack of temporary financial support for some Canadians through the CERB…

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More aid needed for workers shut out of federal COVID-19 support, worker, fired
COVID April 6th, 2020

More aid needed for workers shut out of federal COVID-19 support

By Lior Samfiru

While the federal government is announcing more funding for workers during COVID-19, partner Lior Samfiru explains where they continue to fail Canadians.

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COVID April 6th, 2020

COVID-19: Failure to participate in treatments and long-term disability

By Albert Klein

Is COVID-19 making it difficult to participate in medical treatments recommended by your doctor? Find out how it may impact your disability…

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What if I can't work due to the coronavirus?
COVID April 2nd, 2020

What if I can’t work due to the coronavirus?

By Albert Klein

Find out what your options are if you can't work due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Information about government benefits and disability claims.

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COVID April 1st, 2020

What if I cannot work because the Coronavirus is affecting my mental health?

By Albert Klein

Find out what you can do if the impact of the coronavirus pandemic is affecting your mental health and affecting your ability…

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Work Refusals During COVID-19
COVID April 1st, 2020

Work Refusals During COVID-19: Your Rights – 580 CFRA

By Alex C. Lucifero

Jail guards are refusing to work due to coronavirus concerns. Partner Alex Lucifero spoke to Newstalk 580 CFRA about work refusals during…

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