Long-Term Disability
The physical pain and emotional anguish often associated with long-term disabilities are likely to be the most important considerations for sufferers. Unfortunately, the disability itself is not the only thing injured people have to worry about. Such an injury is likely to mean that the sufferer will not be able to return to work for an extended period of time, in many cases for the rest of their life. This loss of income would be hard enough for any person to endure, but because disabilities usually entail high medical costs as well, being without an income is even more serious for those suffering from a long-term disability. Due to these costs, qualifying for a long-term disability claim is vital for many disabled people. Being denied a claim or having payments stopped prematurely can lead to stress and worry. It is important to have a personal injury lawyer at Diamond & Diamond who knows how to fight for the reinstatement of a denied long-term disability claim.
If you are suffering from a long-term disability, the personal injury lawyers at Diamond & Diamond can help you with the process of filing a claim. We have offices in the following locations and service clients across Ontario:
Toronto
Barrie
Hamilton
London
Mississauga
Orangeville
Sault Ste. Marie
Sudbury
Timmins
You don't pay unless we recover money for you.
Contact us today to set up a FREE consultation.
Important Things to Know About Long-Term Disability
Denied ClaimsTypes Of Policies
Ideally, every person who suffers from a disability and is unable to work should get the compensation they are entitled to. Unfortunately, many employers and insurance providers will go out of their way to deny a claim or cease payments prematurely. In many instances, the insurer will argue that the extent of the injury has been exaggerated or that there is a lack of adequate medical information. Some insurers may go as far as denying a claim because the original insurance application wasn’t completed properly or because they will accuse the beneficiary of trying to avoid work for reasons not related to the disability. These accusations can lead to people feeling confused and embarrassed, but there is no need to let a denied claim go unchallenged. A personal injury lawyer who is sensitive to a client’s needs and situation will be able to fight on the client’s behalf in order to get them the compensation they deserve. Suffering from a disability is difficult enough, which is why claimants should not have to add to that suffering by challenging a claim denial alone. By seeking experienced legal representation, sufferers of long-term disabilities can rest assured that they will have somebody who understands how disability claims work and what needs to be done to get their client’s claim approved or reinstated.
Animal (Dog) Bite
The vast majority of animal bites are by dogs, however cats, horses, and even exotic animals at zoos are occasionally involved. While many dog bites are likely to heal quickly, in serious cases, the injuries can be so severe that they lead to permanent disfigurement and require surgery. Unfortunately, children are the most common victims of dog attacks because of their natural curiousity, and often, and under appreciation of the threat a dog can pose. Because of their small size, children are also more likely to suffer more extensive and serious injuries in an attack than those typically sustained by an adult. Aside from the physical injuries sustained in an attack, dog bites can also lead to emotional trauma, especially for young children who may develop phobias of dogs and other animals that carry through into adulthood. Because of Ontario’s strict liability laws surrounding dog owners, any victim of a dog bite should contact a personal injury lawyer from Diamond & Diamond to see what form of compensation may be available.
If you've been bitten by a dog or animal and are seeking damages, our personal injury lawyers can help. We have offices in the following locations and service clients across Ontario:
Toronto
Barrie
Hamilton
London
Mississauga
Orangeville
Sault Ste. Marie
Sudbury
Timmins
You don't pay unless we recover money for you.
Contact us today to set up a FREE consultation.
Important Things to Keep in Mind in the Event of an Animal Bite
Dog Owners’ LiabilityCompensation
Dog owner liability in Ontario is often referred to as “strict liability”, meaning the owner of the animal will almost always be held liable for an attack, regardless of whether the animal has a history of biting or if the owner is a good or negligent dog owner. For those who suffer a dog bite, this liability means that even if there was little warning of an attack, and even if the owner tried to prevent the attack, that owner will still be held liable for the dog’s actions. If the owner is not present at the scene of the attack, such as when the dog is being cared for by a neighbour, then the owner’s liability still stands. The only exception to this rule is if a person is bitten by a dog on a person’s property while committing a criminal act.
The physical pain and emotional anguish often associated with long-term disabilities are likely to be the most important considerations for sufferers. Unfortunately, the disability itself is not the only thing injured people have to worry about. Such an injury is likely to mean that the sufferer will not be able to return to work for an extended period of time, in many cases for the rest of their life. This loss of income would be hard enough for any person to endure, but because disabilities usually entail high medical costs as well, being without an income is even more serious for those suffering from a long-term disability. Due to these costs, qualifying for a long-term disability claim is vital for many disabled people. Being denied a claim or having payments stopped prematurely can lead to stress and worry. It is important to have a personal injury lawyer at Diamond & Diamond who knows how to fight for the reinstatement of a denied long-term disability claim.
If you are suffering from a long-term disability, the personal injury lawyers at Diamond & Diamond can help you with the process of filing a claim. We have offices in the following locations and service clients across Ontario:
Toronto
Barrie
Hamilton
London
Mississauga
Orangeville
Sault Ste. Marie
Sudbury
Timmins
You don't pay unless we recover money for you.
Contact us today to set up a FREE consultation.
Important Things to Know About Long-Term Disability
Denied ClaimsTypes Of Policies
Ideally, every person who suffers from a disability and is unable to work should get the compensation they are entitled to. Unfortunately, many employers and insurance providers will go out of their way to deny a claim or cease payments prematurely. In many instances, the insurer will argue that the extent of the injury has been exaggerated or that there is a lack of adequate medical information. Some insurers may go as far as denying a claim because the original insurance application wasn’t completed properly or because they will accuse the beneficiary of trying to avoid work for reasons not related to the disability. These accusations can lead to people feeling confused and embarrassed, but there is no need to let a denied claim go unchallenged. A personal injury lawyer who is sensitive to a client’s needs and situation will be able to fight on the client’s behalf in order to get them the compensation they deserve. Suffering from a disability is difficult enough, which is why claimants should not have to add to that suffering by challenging a claim denial alone. By seeking experienced legal representation, sufferers of long-term disabilities can rest assured that they will have somebody who understands how disability claims work and what needs to be done to get their client’s claim approved or reinstated.
Animal (Dog) Bite
The vast majority of animal bites are by dogs, however cats, horses, and even exotic animals at zoos are occasionally involved. While many dog bites are likely to heal quickly, in serious cases, the injuries can be so severe that they lead to permanent disfigurement and require surgery. Unfortunately, children are the most common victims of dog attacks because of their natural curiousity, and often, and under appreciation of the threat a dog can pose. Because of their small size, children are also more likely to suffer more extensive and serious injuries in an attack than those typically sustained by an adult. Aside from the physical injuries sustained in an attack, dog bites can also lead to emotional trauma, especially for young children who may develop phobias of dogs and other animals that carry through into adulthood. Because of Ontario’s strict liability laws surrounding dog owners, any victim of a dog bite should contact a personal injury lawyer from Diamond & Diamond to see what form of compensation may be available.
If you've been bitten by a dog or animal and are seeking damages, our personal injury lawyers can help. We have offices in the following locations and service clients across Ontario:
Toronto
Barrie
Hamilton
London
Mississauga
Orangeville
Sault Ste. Marie
Sudbury
Timmins
You don't pay unless we recover money for you.
Contact us today to set up a FREE consultation.
Important Things to Keep in Mind in the Event of an Animal Bite
Dog Owners’ LiabilityCompensation
Dog owner liability in Ontario is often referred to as “strict liability”, meaning the owner of the animal will almost always be held liable for an attack, regardless of whether the animal has a history of biting or if the owner is a good or negligent dog owner. For those who suffer a dog bite, this liability means that even if there was little warning of an attack, and even if the owner tried to prevent the attack, that owner will still be held liable for the dog’s actions. If the owner is not present at the scene of the attack, such as when the dog is being cared for by a neighbour, then the owner’s liability still stands. The only exception to this rule is if a person is bitten by a dog on a person’s property while committing a criminal act.
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