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Fifty original, plain-language articles on every aspect of Ontario personal injury law — from the moment of an accident through settlement or trial. Written by Toronto litigation lawyer Bahman (Ben) Azimi to help injured Ontarians understand their rights.

50 Original ArticlesOntario Law FocusUpdated 2025Written by a Litigation Lawyer
Long-Term Disability

Own Occupation vs. Any Occupation: The LTD Definition That Changes Everything at 24 Months

The 24-month LTD definition change terminates thousands of valid claims annually. Understand both standards, how courts review them, and how to prepare.

February 2025LTD Definition
Long-Term Disability

Mental Health and LTD in Ontario: Policy Caps, Insurer Bias, and the 24-Month Limitation

Mental health conditions are legitimate disabilities — but the 24-month cap, insurer bias, and demand for 'objective evidence' create unique obstacles. Here's how to overcome them.

November 2024Mental Health
Long-Term Disability

Insurer Surveillance in LTD and Personal Injury Cases: What's Allowed and What Isn't

Video surveillance and social media monitoring are standard insurer tactics. Know what's legal, what your disclosure rights are, and how to live consistently with your claim.

July 2024Surveillance
Long-Term Disability

CPP Disability and LTD in Ontario: How Federal Benefits Affect Your Monthly Claim

Your insurer can deduct CPPD from your LTD benefit — but they often make errors. Know the rules, common mistakes, and how CPPD approval helps your case.

April 2024CPP Disability
Long-Term Disability

LTD Terminations Based on Vocational Assessments: How to Challenge 'Return to Work' Demands

Insurer vocational assessments identify theoretical jobs to terminate your LTD. Courts scrutinize these reports carefully — and frequently reject them.

January 2024Vocational
Long-Term Disability

Pre-Existing Conditions and LTD Claims: How Insurers Use Your Medical History Against You

A prior diagnosis doesn't automatically exclude your LTD claim. Exclusion clauses are interpreted narrowly, and the aggravation principle protects many claimants.

October 2023Pre-Existing
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Long-Term Disability

Suing Your LTD Insurer vs. Filing a Grievance: Which Path Is Right for Your Claim?

Union members with denied LTD benefits face a critical choice between grievance arbitration and civil court. The right answer depends on your collective agreement and the nature of the denial.

9 min read August 2023

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