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Has Desjardins denied or terminated your long-term disability benefits? A denial can leave you facing serious financial ...
10/06/2026

Has Desjardins denied or terminated your long-term disability benefits? A denial can leave you facing serious financial uncertainty while managing ongoing health challenges, but it is important to know that a denial is not necessarily the end of your claim.

Alison Gilmour explains common reasons LTD claims are denied, the steps to take immediately following a denial, the appeal process, and when it may be appropriate to seek legal advice. The article also highlights the importance of obtaining your claim file, reviewing your policy, and protecting important legal deadlines.

Read the full article and learn more about your rights following an LTD denial here: https://burntucker.com/articles/desjardins-long-term-disability-claim-denied/

Applying for long-term disability benefits can be overwhelming, and many claims are denied for reasons that may be preve...
10/05/2026

Applying for long-term disability benefits can be overwhelming, and many claims are denied for reasons that may be preventable. Alison Gilmour outlines some of the most common warning signs that can put an LTD claim at risk, including incomplete medical evidence, missed deadlines, gaps in treatment, inconsistent information, and insurer concerns about whether a claimant meets the policy's definition of disability.

Understanding these issues early can help strengthen a claim and protect your rights. If you are applying for LTD benefits or facing a denial, being proactive can make a significant difference.

Read more here: https://burntucker.com/articles/signs-that-you-will-denied-disability/

10/03/2026

Changes to personal injury practice affect both sides of the bar. Understanding different perspectives can help you navigate what comes next.

We’re excited to announce that OTLA and Canadian Defence Lawyers are once again partnering to bring plaintiff and defence counsel together for a joint personal injury conference!

📆 Thursday, March 4, 2027, from 8:45 am to 4:30 pm
📍 OBA Conference Centre, Toronto

Led by Conference Chairs Laurie Tucker of Burn Tucker Lachaîne PC and Andrea Lim of Dutton Brock LLP, Complementary Perspectives: Navigating Changes to Come will explore emerging legal developments, shared challenges and the issues shaping personal injury litigation in 2027 and beyond.
Join us for practical insights, shared learning and meaningful connections with colleagues from both sides of the bar.

🎟️ Space is limited—register today to take advantage of early bird rates: https://bit.ly/4xKuXes.

10/03/2026

𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐂𝐈 𝐀̀ 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐑𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐄 🙏

L’AJEFO tient à remercier chaleureusement Burn Tucker Lachaîne PC pour son précieux soutien à la 𝟏𝟐𝐞 𝐞́𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞 𝐥’𝐀𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐞 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐨𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐞 𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜̧𝐚𝐢𝐬.

Fondé en 2014, Burn Tucker Lachaîne PC est un cabinet d’avocats bilingue établi à Ottawa, spécialisé en droit des préjudices corporels. Son équipe accompagne sa clientèle dans des dossiers liés notamment aux accidents de la route, aux blessures corporelles et aux réclamations d’assurance-invalidité. Le cabinet se distingue également par son engagement envers la communauté francophone, notamment en offrant des services juridiques en français et en soutenant plusieurs organisations à but non lucratif.

Leur soutien à notre Atelier de plaidoirie contribue à offrir aux jeunes juristes et stagiaires en droit une occasion concrète de développer leurs compétences en plaidoirie, de mettre leurs connaissances en pratique et de créer des liens au sein de la communauté juridique francophone de l’Ontario.

𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢 à Burn Tucker Lachaîne PC pour sa collaboration et son engagement envers la relève juridique francophone! 💙

Can you be fired while on disability leave in Ontario? The answer is more nuanced than many people realize.Alison Gilmou...
10/02/2026

Can you be fired while on disability leave in Ontario? The answer is more nuanced than many people realize.

Alison Gilmour explains when an employer may legally terminate an employee who is on short-term or long-term disability leave, and when such a termination may amount to discrimination. The article explores key issues including restructuring, business closures, the duty to accommodate, frustration of contract, and what happens to disability benefits after employment ends.

If you've been terminated while on disability leave, understanding your rights and the protections available under employment and human rights law is essential.

Read the full article to learn more: https://burntucker.com/articles/can-you-be-fired-while-on-disability-leave-in-ontario/

Has Canada Life denied your long-term disability benefits?A denial can be overwhelming, especially when you're already d...
10/01/2026

Has Canada Life denied your long-term disability benefits?

A denial can be overwhelming, especially when you're already dealing with health challenges and financial uncertainty. In her latest article, Alison Gilmour explains some of the most common reasons LTD claims are denied, including insufficient medical evidence, disputes over functional limitations, treatment gaps, social media and surveillance concerns, and issues relating to policy definitions and exclusions.

The article also outlines the appeal process, the importance of obtaining your complete claim file and insurance policy, and the steps claimants can take to strengthen their case following a denial.

If your benefits have been denied, understanding your rights is the first step toward protecting them.

Read more here: https://burntucker.com/articles/canada-life-long-term-disability-claim-denied/

Has Manulife denied or terminated your long-term disability benefits?A denial or termination can create significant stre...
09/29/2026

Has Manulife denied or terminated your long-term disability benefits?

A denial or termination can create significant stress while you're already dealing with health concerns and financial uncertainty. In her latest article, Alison Gilmour explains how Manulife evaluates LTD claims, common reasons benefits are denied or terminated, and the steps claimants can take to challenge an adverse decision.

The article discusses issues such as insufficient medical evidence, treatment compliance, social media concerns, the transition from the "own occupation" to "any occupation" definition of disability, and the options available through appeals or legal action.

Understanding your rights and options is an important first step when dealing with a denied disability claim.

Read more here: https://burntucker.com/articles/manulife-long-term-disability-claims-denied/

Has Sun Life denied your long-term disability claim?A denial can be overwhelming, especially when you're already coping ...
09/28/2026

Has Sun Life denied your long-term disability claim?

A denial can be overwhelming, especially when you're already coping with serious health challenges and lost income. In her latest article, Alison Gilmour explains why LTD claims are commonly denied, what steps to take after receiving a denial letter, and how claimants can strengthen their case through medical evidence, appeals, or legal action.

The article explores key issues such as insufficient medical evidence, disputes about functional limitations, the transition from the "own occupation" to "any occupation" definition of disability, treatment gaps, surveillance concerns, and important appeal deadlines.

Understanding your rights and options early can make a significant difference in protecting your claim.

Read more here: https://burntucker.com/articles/sun-life-long-term-disability-claim-denied/

Please join us in congratulating Alison Gilmour on being recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2027 Edition for Insu...
09/25/2026

Please join us in congratulating Alison Gilmour on being recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2027 Edition for Insurance Law. Alison is a Senior Associate at Burn Tucker Lachaîne and has dedicated her practice to helping individuals navigate long-term disability and other insurance disputes. This recognition reflects her decades of experience, unwavering advocacy, and commitment to achieving meaningful results for her clients.

Wednesday night Colleen Burn and Laurie Tucker of our firm were proud to attend the opening ceremony of the Wheelchair B...
09/11/2026

Wednesday night Colleen Burn and Laurie Tucker of our firm were proud to attend the opening ceremony of the Wheelchair Basketball World Championships! Go Team Canada!

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