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As WSIB paralegals, we are experts in the area of workplace injury law. If you have been hurt at work and denied compensation, contact us for a consultation. Call Today: 905-544-9273

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CPP Disability Claims and Appeals

Our paralegal firm can assist you through all levels of the CPP Disability Application process. This can include the initial application stage, the reconsideration stage, and if required, a hearing before the Social Security Tribunal.

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WSIB Claims and Appeals

We advocate for injured workers struggling to navigate the WSIB system. We can provide assistance with management of your claim and represent you at your hearing before the WSIB Appeals Services Division, and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal.

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First
Responders

With a specialized focus and interest in mental stress injuries, Michelle understands the unique challenges faced by First Responders and their WSIB claims. Michelle has dedicated a portion of her caseload to advocating for those who serve and protect our community.

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Have you been hurt at work?

Zare Paralegal Services offers WSIB legal services as licensed paralegals and is proudly located in Hamilton, Ontario. Our team effectively advocates for injured workers who need help with WSIB and other disability claims and appeals.

Do you have mental stress due to your injury, or due to workplace harassment?
Are you being pressured to return to work against your doctors’ recommendations? 
Are you struggling with PTSD?

In Ontario, there are WSIB lawyers and WSIB paralegals available to help you with these matters. At Zare Paralegal Services, we are experts in WSIB matters and have years of experience with WSIB and CPP Disability Appeals.

We offer consultations, and evening and weekend appointments by request.

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Michelle Zare Paralegal

CPP Disability Claims and Appeals

If you become disabled and can no longer work, you may be eligible to apply for and receive Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefits. Our firm can assist you through all levels of the CPP Disability Application process. This can include assistance with the initial application, the reconsideration stage, and if required, filing an appeal with the Social Security Tribunal (SST). Your monthly CPP Disability amount is based on the contributions you have made to the Canada Pension Plan in addition to a fixed amount. If you have dependent children, you are eligible for an additional payment for each child. Contact us to find out if it is beneficial for you to apply for this benefit, or need assistance appealing a denial.

WSIB Claims and Appeals

The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board provides benefits to workers who have suffered injuries arising out of the workplace. However, knowing what you may be entitled to, or navigating the system, can be overwhelming when you are suffering from the effects of your injury. At Zare Paralegal Services we are paralegals who advocate for injured workers. We can manage your WSIB claim and represent you at your hearing before the WSIB Appeal Services Division and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal.

First Responders

The team at Zare Paralegal Services has extensive experience dealing with PTSD claims, particularly among First Responders. PTSD is now recognized to be work-related unless otherwise shown, this is what is commonly referred to as a presumption. This came into effect with Bill 163, Supporting Ontario’s First Responders Act. As these claims can be quite complex, we offer guidance and support in navigating the WSIB claims process while our clients focus on their recovery. We also handle any appeals surrounding entitlement to benefits for PTSD, including any disputes around entitlement to loss of earnings.

WSIB Legal Services

Our firm offers a no-obligation initial consultation to discuss your case.

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Hear From Our Clients

We have been working with Michelle and her team for just over a year and are continuously impressed by the results she and her team deliver. Michelle has successfully worked on some of our most challenging and complex WSIB cases, showing an ability to structure strong and articulate arguments even in the face of adversity. Our members are consistently pleased with the service they receive from her firm as well. We regularly hear that Michelle and her team were knowledgeable, caring and efficient in addressing their matter. Michelle has proven to be a true expert in the field of WSIB claims and appeals, particularly for first responders. Her support and professionalism are highly valued by our Association.
Police Association Client
The Peel Regional Police Association switched to Zare Paralegal five years ago and we could not be happier with the change. Michelle and her team are very knowledgeable and provide excellent service to our Members. Their billing is extremely fair and transparent. Michelle always makes herself available to consult on unique matters and her expertise and guidance is valued and appreciated.
Trevor ArnoldCAO, Peel Regional Police Association
Michelle Zare of Zare Paralegal is the “only” firm we trust to address issues that arise when our members encounter difficulty navigating the complex world of WSIB. Her reputation as a knowledgeable, competent professional is well earned and deserved. She can be counted on to handle a case with the utmost care, compassion and diligence. Her success rate on appeals is quite impressive and as an Association representing over 700 members, we are honoured to recommend her to others requiring her expertise.
Kent RicePresident, Windsor Police Association
For several years now, we have entrusted Zare Paralegal with the representation of our members in WSIB matters. Michelle’s firm has demonstrated continued excellence, dedication and a passion for advocacy of injured workers. Her team is compassionate and always willing to meet with our members, to personally explain the process, options, and possible outcomes in a way that our members appreciate.
Bruce PriceCAO and General Counsel, York Regional Police Association
I recently worked with Laura at Zare Paralegal for my WSIB appeal, and I couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Laura's expertise, attention to detail, and dedication throughout the process were exceptional. She's very kind, easy to work with and guided me every step of the way through the process. I would highly recommend Zare to anyone struggling with the WSIB or LTD appeal process.
J.P.
Thank you so much, you are the best and helped me more than you know. You should consider yourself a hero, you are in my eyes. As a police officer if I helped one person that was enough, you definitely helped save me.
C.R.
Having adjudicated appeals for over 25 years at various tribunals, I would place Michelle Zare among a tiny group of the best legal representatives who appeared before me. She has a rare ability to provide forceful, effective legal representation while also being very pleasant to deal with in the hearing room. Her clients are very lucky to have her.
Bernard KalvinFormer Vice-Chair, Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal
WSIB matters can be very complex, especially in the world of policing, and impact our members who are dealing with work related injuries in a profound manner. Being a smaller police association with part-time executive members with no WSIB expertise, providing valuable advice to our members is paramount and could not be possible without the assistance of Michelle Zare and her team. Michelle is always only an email or phone call away and responds quickly to our inquiries. Michelle has provided timely valuable assistance to many of our members and I strongly recommend the services of Zare Paralegal.
Luc LamarchePresident, Timmins Police Association
I would recommend Zare Paralegal Services to anyone who is dealing with WSIB. Without the assistance of Michelle and her team I believe I would have never been successful with my case. Even though I acquired several chemical allergies from my workplace that have caused not just physical issues but also created some lasting mental health problems, WSIB questioned everything regarding my claim. It would have been impossible for me to continue fighting without Michelle in my corner. She guided me through the whole process and got me what I deserved. Thank you so much for getting my life back on track, forever grateful.
Steve K.
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