Personal Injury Blog

Ryan Findlay | February 20, 2025 | Long-Term Disability

Some of the most catastrophic injuries you can suffer are spinal cord and brain injuries. These can result in a variety of health consequences, including paralysis. The loss of motion you can experience, along with its severity, depends on where along the spine the wound occurred.  One type of paralysis you can suffer is quadriplegia,… read more

Ryan Findlay | February 6, 2025 | Long-Term Disability

Many disabilities can prevent a person from working. If you cannot work because of a disability, you may be entitled to long-term disability benefits under a disability insurance policy. Generally, the timeframe for long-term disability focuses on two periods: the first 24 months and 24 months until 65 years old. During the first 24 months,… read more

Ryan Findlay | February 3, 2025 | Health Issues

The brain is made of two hemispheres, the left and the right. The term “hemi” means “half” (one side of the brain), and the word “plegia” means “paralysis.” When an injury to one brain hemisphere causes paralysis on one side of a person’s body, the condition is called “hemiplegia.”  Hemiplegia can affect the entire side… read more

Ryan Findlay | January 31, 2025 | Long-Term Disability

A common question our Hamilton long-term disability lawyers receive is, “What can I do if I can’t do my job anymore due to disability?” Many people would assume the question refers to a physical disability. However, some individuals with mental illnesses have trouble keeping jobs, too.  Missing work due to depression, anxiety, or other mental… read more

Ryan Findlay | January 3, 2025 | Personal Injury

If you’ve dealt with people in the legal field, read legal documents, or seen business cards for those who practice law, you may have noticed the word “Esquire” or the letters “Esq.” after someone’s name. This word pops up in many legal contexts, but if you haven’t encountered it much, you might be curious about… read more

Ryan Findlay | December 27, 2024 | Car Accidents

When you need to get somewhere but don’t have a vehicle of your own available, two options include using a rideshare service like Uber or Lyft or calling a professional taxi. Numerous factors can lead you to choose one option over the other, including cost, convenience, and comfort. Safety may also play a role in… read more

Ryan Findlay | December 18, 2024 | Long-Term Disability

If you are injured or develop an illness that prevents you from working, you may be entitled to disability benefits. Consulting a Hamilton long-term disability attorney can provide guidance through the application process to help you secure long-term disability benefits. What Is Long-Term Disability Benefits in Hamilton, Ontario? Long-term disability (LTD) is an insurance policy… read more

Ryan Findlay | December 14, 2024 | Long-Term Disability

When a worker is injured because of an accident or they develop an illness, they may be unable to work. Short-term disability provides temporary financial assistance while the person heals. However, what happens if they cannot return to work indefinitely? Long-term disability (LTD) insurance provides financial benefits when someone cannot work for an extended period… read more

Ryan Findlay | November 26, 2024 | Personal Injury

Although modern automobiles feature an array of safety features, including seat belts, airbags, anti-lock brake systems (ABS), and more, about 20 to 50 million people worldwide are injured in car crashes each year. Further, studies have shown that professional drivers are more likely to be involved in fatal car accidents. While this could be attributed… read more

Ryan Findlay | November 22, 2024 | Personal Injury

A concussion occurs when your brain gets jolted. The resulting brain injury changes the cells and produces physical, cognitive, and emotional symptoms. As the brain injury evolves, the symptoms will change. These concussion symptoms can profoundly impact your life. You might lack the physical coordination to drive or even walk. Memory problems might plague your… read more