Provincial legislationestablished the Workers' Compensation Board (“WCB”), or WorkSafeBC, to oversee a no-fault insurance system for injuries or illnesses sustained in the workplace. WorkSafeBC aims to prevent workplace injuries by…
Legal representation when dealing with WorkSafeBC claims is crucial as it ensures that injured workers have the best chance of receiving fair and adequate compensation. Legal representation aids in understanding…
While dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury, the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) claims process can be complex and exhausting. Understanding the factors that significantly influence the outcome of…
The role of WorkSafeBC is purportedly to ensure that workers receive compensation and medical care for work-related injuries or illnesses, and to promote workplace safety to prevent such incidents. WorkSafeBC…
Navigating WorkSafeBC procedures while addressing medical concerns stemming from a work-related injury or disability can be a demanding and stressful challenge. The worker is required to report their injury promptly…
If you have experienced an injury at work and filed a Workers’ Compensation Board (“WCB”) claim, strong medical evidence is integral to ensuring you receive the compensation you deserve. This…
When a worker is granted a permanent disability award, and it is worth more than $200 per month or a 10% disability rating, the award will generally be paid monthly…
A joint post from Associate Lawyers Kali Larsen, Kate Elperin, and Manbeen Saini. As of February 1, 2022, Gosal & Company moved from a 5-day work week to a 4-day…
What is WorkSafeBC Personal Optional Protection? Personal Optional Protection (“POP”) coverage is an optional workplace disability insurance that protects self-employed proprietors and partners in a partnership.[1] Proprietors and partners are…
Are you experiencing psychological symptoms (such as depression or PTSD) after a workplace injury? With work incidents having mental health effects as well as physical effects, it is very common…