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Disability/Personal Injury April 7th, 2026

Manulife Attending Physician Statement: What It Is and How to Fill It Out

By Sivan Tumarkin

Manulife Attending Physician Statement explained. Learn what the APS form includes and how it can affect your disability claim.

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Disability/Personal Injury April 7th, 2026

What Happens After 2 Years on Manulife Long-Term Disability?

By Sivan Tumarkin

What happens after 2 years on Manulife long-term disability? Learn why benefits are cut off and what you can do if your…

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Car Accidents April 7th, 2026

Motorcyclist, 21, Dead After Crash Near Oakridge Park in Scarborough

By Sivan Tumarkin

Toronto police are asking anyone with information on the incident, including dashcam footage, to contact them.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2026

Sony Pictures Cutting a “Few Hundred” Roles in 2026, Multiple Teams Affected

By Lior Samfiru

The latest information on the workforce reduction, key resources for affected Canadian staff, and how our team can help.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2026

Sony Layoffs 2026: What’s Happening & Severance Rights in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

Sony Pictures Entertainment plans to cut a "few hundred" jobs in 2026. Key details and resources for affected Canadians.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2026

Canada Layoffs (2026): What They Mean & Your Legal Rights

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or facing layoffs in Canada? Learn what a layoff really means, when severance is owed, and what to do next.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2026

Rakuten: Severance Rights in Canada

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Rakuten? Learn about your employment rights in Canada and how to calculate your severance pay.

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Disability/Personal Injury April 7th, 2026

Manulife Mental Health Coverage: What’s Included and What to Do If Your Claim Is Denied

By Sivan Tumarkin

Does Manulife cover therapy? Learn what mental health coverage includes and how to handle denied disability claims.

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Employment Law April 7th, 2026

Element Technical Services: Severance Packages

By Lior Samfiru

Laid off or lost your job at Element Technical Services? Learn more about your rights to severance in Canada.

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