Disability/Personal Injury

Canadians In Need of Disability Leave Increasing
A new survey on disability leave found that the number of working Canadians who need time off due to a disability is…

In Your Corner Expands to the Bell Media Network
In Your Corner, the radio show that the insurance industry does not want you to hear, can now be heard on the…

CityNews – Out-of-country OHIP coverage may be scrapped, says Province
The Ford government is proposing ending out-of-country OHIP for travel outside of Canada. Sivan Tumarkin on the effect on insurance regulations.

LowestRates – What you should do if you’re the victim of a hit and run
What you should do if you're the victim of a hit and run? The answer might involve more than you think.

Abused Barrie teacher secures legal victory in LTD benefits case
A Barrie teacher was assaulted by a student and suffered an injury. Despite her doctor's support, her insurance provider cut off her…

Sun Life reinstates disability coverage after legal intervention – Global News
Sun Life Financial is restoring long-term disability coverage of a Samfiru Tumarkin client following a Global News report on a case the…

TD Insurance Denials Criticized After Others Come Forward
Sivan Tumarkin, a Disability Lawyer and partner at Samfiru Tumarkin talks with Global News' Sean O'Shea about why insurance companies deny claims.

Yonge Street Van Attack Lawsuits Face Hurdles
Experts say that the victims of the Yonge St. van attack may be denied the benefits that they would have received in…

Sun Life Financial denies disability coverage for Sandra Bullock
An insurance company is denying long-term disability coverage to a lady because if she is well enough to care for her severely…