Podcast

What You Need to Know Before Settling an Injury Claim

In this episode of the Injury Lawyer Canada Podcast, the team at Foisy & Associates discusses the serious risks of settling too early and how doing so can limit your future access to care and compensation.

We cover:

• What is a settlement in a benefits claim?
• Setting one issue versus your entire claim
• Risks of settling when injuries can worsen over time
• Why insurers push for full and final settlements
• Why your lawyer's LAT experience matters
• Paralegals versus lawyers in catastrophic injury cases

If you or a loved one has experienced a serious injury, visit www.injurylawyercanada.com to learn more or request a free consultation.

Understanding Catastrophic vs. Non-Catastrophic Injuries

In this episode, we explain how injuries are classified as catastrophic or non-catastrophic and why that distinction is critical to the benefits and long-term support you may receive.

We cover:

• How injury classification impacts access to care and funding
• What optional benefits can do for your recovery
• Why some claims are reclassified and how that process works
• The importance of having a legal team from the start
• What to do when insurers dispute your catastrophic designation

If you or a loved one has experienced a serious injury, visit www.injurylawyercanada.com to learn more or request a free consultation.

What to expect when attending a LAT virtual hearing regarding Catastrophic Impairment

Attending a LAT virtual hearing for catastrophic impairment can feel overwhelming, but the right preparation can make all the difference. In this video, Roger Foisey & Associates explain what to expect, including how to prepare for testimony, the role of medical and lay witnesses, what happens during the hearing, and what comes next after testimony.

Could the Questions You’re Asking After a Serious Accident Indicate Catastrophic Impairment?

Surviving a serious car accident isn’t just about physical recovery. The emotional and psychological impact can be just as overwhelming. Anxiety, depression, PTSD, and survivor’s guilt are real challenges that can qualify as catastrophic injuries, opening the door to long-term care, financial benefits, and essential mental health support.

In this discussion, Roger Foisy & Associates break down what survivors need to know, answer common questions, and explain how legal recognition of psychological trauma can change the course of recovery.

The Impact of Culture, Language and Background in Catastrophic Impairment Cases

Welcome to the third video of our catastrophic impairment series. In this podcast, Roger R. Foisy, Harpreet Sidhu, Rusald Laloshi, Daniel Berman, and Rutumi Tank from Foisy & Associates discuss how they approach culture and language in their cases.

Have questions? Leave a comment or visit us at www.injurylawyercanada.com for a free consultation. Learn more about catastrophic injury on our website: Catastrophic Injury.

Catastrophic Impairment FAQs: The Criteria Required to be Determined Catastrophically Impaired

Welcome to the second video of our catastrophic impairment series. In this session, Roger R. Foisy, Harpreet Sidhu, and Rusald Laloshi discuss the unique criteria required to be deemed catastrophically impaired.

Watch as we dig into Criterion 6, 7, and 8 - reviewing how physical impairments, mental impairments, and a combination of the two are determined to be catastrophic.

Have questions? Leave a comment or visit us at www.injurylawyercanada.com for a free consultation.

Catastrophic Impairment FAQs: Understanding Benefits, Claims, and Settlements

Welcome to the first installment of our catastrophic impairment series.
Join Roger Foisy, principal lawyer at Foisy & Associates, and associate lawyer Harpreet Sidhu as they dive deep into the world of catastrophic impairment in Ontario.

In this first installment, we explore the legal definition, explain the benefits available, and offer insights into the settlement process. Whether you're navigating the aftermath of a life-altering injury or seeking clarity on the claims process, this video is a must-watch.

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