Canadian Armed Forces Veteran and #DiamondandDiamond Partner, Michael Blois, is representing former cadets in a $300 million class-action lawsuit for sexual misconduct in the Canadian Cadet program. With 257 reported incidents at cadet camps, there has been a heavy decline in military recruitment. “If you have a sexualized, discriminatory environment within the Canadian Forces, without a doubt, it’s going to leak into the Cadet organization,” says Michael Blois. Learn more about this story via @cbcnews: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/cadet-sexual-misconduct-1.6712904
People with long-term disability (“LTD” or “long-term disability”) insurance probably hope they never need it, but the benefits can be life-saving. The Canadian government requires all employers and employees earning a minimum of $3,500 a year (except in Quebec, which has a separate program) to pay equal contributions to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), covering disability and other benefits. Though it’s not mandatory under LTD law, Ontario employers may also offer private long-term disability insurance benefits to eligible employees. Some people also opt to get private long-term disability insurance on their own, which is a good idea as well. There’s ...
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The key to a successful disability claim is to gather enough evidence to prove that you are in fact disabled. This can be accomplished by staying organized, keeping records of all appointments, and listing any test results or diagnoses on your claim. In the event that you have a mental health condition, it is important to get your diagnosis noted with your doctor. Sharing these details can help you make a case for disability benefits. Long Term Disability and Mental Illness Claims The demand for mental health coverage is growing. Approximately one in five Canadians suffer from mental health issues ...
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