by jen | Jan 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
Almost all employers have been faced with at least one WSIB claim that leaves them questioning if there is something more that they could do. Their concerns often surround the level of impairment/disability, confusion as to the nature of the injury, or in some...
by jen | Jan 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
Is your organization prepared for the changes to worker’s compensation as it relates to mental health? In the past, employees in Canada would only receive benefits for mental health in extreme situations such as being involved in a robbery or witnessing a traumatic...
by jen | Jan 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
The Workplace Safety & Insurance Board has proposed changes to the premium rate setting model used in Ontario. Currently, the WSIB uses either NEER, CAD-7 or MAP experience rating programs in order to calculate the total amount of premium dollars paid by Ontario...
by jen | Dec 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
When an employee returns to work after a disability, it can be a stressful time for both employer and employee as they navigate the challenges of their new reality. Employers may be anxious to have the employee back to make up for lost productivity; or they may be...
by jen | Dec 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Over the past few years, the importance of mental health has gained some much-deserved attention both in the media and by our policy makers. The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) has made significant progress in recognizing mental illness brought on by...
by jen | Dec 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
Introduction & Background The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) conducted consultations into Work-Related Mental Stress policies. The WSIB has undertaken to expand the Work-Related Mental Stress policy as there have been decisions at the Tribunal that...
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