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Non-Economic Loss Awards

Let’s talk about Non-Economic Loss Awards! Commonly referred to as the “NEL”, a Non-Economic Loss Award is paid to an injured worker when their injury or illness results in a permanent impairment.  This can be for a physical injury, or a mental stress injury. The NEL award represents the impact

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MMR Doesn’t Mean “Medical Money Refused”

Have you ever been told that once you reach Maximum Medical Recovery (MMR), the WSIB will no longer fund your treatment?  I can’t tell you how many times we hear this from injured workers who contact our office for assistance, and it’s simply not true. MMR means your medical condition

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