The BC Supreme Court recently published reasons for their decision in Bucholtz v Zhang, 2020 BCSC 571. In Bucholtz, Preszler lawyer Seth Wheeldon obtained a $188,603 judgment in favour of the plaintiff. This is a strong result considering that the plaintiff worked through his pain and therefore had not suffered any wage loss. For background, … Continue reading “Preszler Injury Lawyers Win at Trial Again”
A long-term disability lawsuit is a time-consuming process that changes your life forever. Further, much will depend on the type of disability plan offered by your employer. As expected, this is often complicated, so it is wise to have legal counsel assisting you from the very beginning. Our personal injury law firm can help you … Continue reading “What are the Steps in a Long-Term Disability Lawsuit?”
If you have severe migraines, it could be possible to recover benefits from a long-term disability policy. The Preszler personal injury law firm might be able to assist you with filing a claim. Our team could help show that your condition is real and that it is debilitating. To discuss how we could help in … Continue reading “Are Migraines a Long-Term Disability?”
A person suffering from chronic fatigue can seek benefits from their long-term disability insurance policy if their employer provides it. Many insurance companies are leery of providing benefits, however. Medical professionals do not entirely understand the syndrome, and there isn’t a list of specific criteria or tests for diagnosing it. The good news is that … Continue reading “Is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome a Long-Term Disability?”
If you struggle with addiction, whether with alcohol, drugs, or activities such as gambling, you may qualify for long-term disability benefits. However, much will depend on your employer’s group policy. Most do not preclude benefits due to addiction– but there are usually strict requirements regarding treatment and rehabilitation programs for qualification. There is also a … Continue reading “Does Addiction Qualify for Long-Term Disability Benefits?”
Many people struggle with anxiety, but most will respond to medication or other treatments. For some, however, this disorder becomes so overwhelming that they are unable to participate in normal activities, including employment. Whether a person is approved for long-term disability benefits for this depends on various factors. However, any type of claim for mental … Continue reading “Is Anxiety a Long-Term Disability?”
Hitting a large animal, such as a moose or deer, can cause serious injuries and significant damage to your vehicle. Since these wild creatures do not obey the rules of the road, many drivers assume ICBC will cover them. If you have comprehensive insurance, vehicle damage is covered, but if you were negligent, they might … Continue reading “Will the ICBC Cover Me If I Hit an Animal While Driving?”
