Lomazzo Worker’s Compensation Appeals Professional Corporation

10/12/2021

The LSO is offering some free CPD’s for paralegals. To learn more about the programs, check out the following links:

CPD Assists - https://store.lso.ca/cpdassists

Mental Health Summit – https://store.lso.ca/mental-health-for-legal-professionals-summit

Equity Legal Education Series – https://lso.ca/about-lso/initiatives/edi/cpd-equality,-diversity-and-inclusion-requirement

If you’re interested in free CPD’s, sign up today!

09/30/2021

Today, the Law Society is observing the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliations falls on Orange Shirt Day, a day to wear orange as a symbolic gesture and honour residential school survivors.

For more information about Orange Shirt Day is available here: https://www.orangeshirtday.org/.

For Law Society initiatives and resources, visit https://lso.ca/.../equity-supports.../indigenous-initiatives

Today is the first annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. The Law Society encourages licensees to learn about and reflect on the history and impact of residential schools, and to commemorate the survivors, their families and communities.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation falls on Orange Shirt Day, a day to wear orange and honour residential school survivors. To learn more, visit: https://www.orangeshirtday.org. For Law Society initiatives and resources, visit https://lso.ca/lawyers/practice-supports-and-resources/equity-supports-resources/indigenous-initiatives

09/21/2021

The Law Society of Ontario is encouraging lawyers, paralegals, legal organizations, and the public to share their input within the Call for Comment. Share your experiences and ideas now! Deadline to submit is November 30, 2021.

How effective are the Law Society’s competence programs? Which should continue or be modified? What alternative supports or tools exist? What new ideas do you have?

The input of the legal professions and other stakeholders is critical to this process. Participate in the Competence Task Force’s Call for Comment by Nov. 30 and have your say: lso.ca/competence-framework

09/09/2021

The Law Society’s and the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration is taking place October 19, 2021. Save the date! Stay tuned for more details.

Save the date for the Law Society’s and the Canadian Hispanic Bar Association’s annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on October 19 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. More details to follow. https://lso.ca/news-events/events/events-2021/hispanic-heritage-month-2021-program

05/25/2020

*Our Services*

If you suffer a workplace injury you may be entitled to WSIB benefits. For years, Lomazzo Worker’s Compensation Appeals Professional Corporation has devoted its practice to representing injured workers in Windsor & Essex County, Chatham & Sarnia and throughout Ontario. Michelle regularly travels to Toronto, the GTA and throughout Ontario for hearings.

At Lomazzo Worker’s Compensation Appeals, our WSIB professionals utilize their in-depth knowledge and experience to solve your WSIB worries so you can devote yourself to your recovery. We provide prompt, individualized, personal attention and have an outstanding track record of obtaining the best results for our clients.

We are not afraid of taking on big companies and have had considerable success negotiating for clients with work-related injuries. We look out for your best interests and are dedicated to protecting and furthering your rights!

Lead by Michelle Lomazzo, we have successfully appealed thousands of claims representing clients before the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board and the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT).

Michelle is a WSIB advocate and Licensed Paralegal by the Law Society of Ontario who has extensive experience handling: appeals at the WSIB Claims Level, representing workers at hearings before the Appeals Resolution Officer at the Appeals Services Division of WSIB and at hearings before the Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal (WSIAT) the final level of appeal for all types of benefits including:

* Loss of earnings benefits (LOE)
* NEL and FEL awards
* Pyscho traumatic disabilities
* PTSD claims
* Chronic mental stress claims
* Initial entitlement
* Ongoing entitlement
* Return to work issues including Work Transition (WTS)
* Termination due to work injury
* Unemployability – benefits to age 65
* Survivors benefits
* Chronic Pain Disability (CPD) entitlement
* Occupational Diseases
* Representing First Responders*
* Surveillance and WSIB

Working together!

Contact workers’ compensation professional Michelle Lomazzo today. If you have been injured while working call us at 519-971-7777 to arrange for your free initial consultation, and see how we can help you.

05/25/2020

FAQs:

Q: Do I really need legal representation?

A: No. There is no requirement for you to have legal representation; however, the WSIB is a complex system. A legal representative has the knowledge and experience to navigate that complex system. The appeal process is issue specific and legal representatives are skilled at identifying the issue and applicable policy, determining what additional evidence may help your case, and preparing a persuasive argument.

Your employer is allowed to fully participate in the appeal process. More often than not they hire their own legal representation. If you attend a hearing unrepresented, you may be at a disadvantage.

Contact us today for a free consultation regarding your legal rights and options. (519-971-7777 or [email protected])

05/25/2020

FAQs:

Q: What do I do if I get hurt at work and WSIB denies my claim?

A: You should first contact the decision-maker at WSIB who made your decision to discuss your concerns. Perhaps there is additional information he/she was not aware of. If there is no change to the decision, you must object to the decision before the deadline date stated in the decision letter. There is a six month deadline to object. To object to the decision you must complete an Intent to Object form which can be found on the WSIB website.

Contact us today for a free consultation regarding your legal rights and options. (519-971-7777 or [email protected])

05/25/2020

FAQs:

Q: What are my rights if I get hurt at work?

A: Workers have rights and obligations. You must first report the accident and injury to your employer as soon as possible after the accident. Any delay in reporting the accident may make it difficult for the WSIB to establish proof of accident.

You have the right to choose where you seek initial medical attention. If you are unable to drive yourself to your physician or the hospital, your employer is responsible for the costs of the transportation.

Your employer must pay you your full wages for the day of accident.

If your claim is allowed, you may be entitled benefits under the WSIB insurance plan. These benefits may include compensation for your loss of earnings, payment for appropriate treatment, and assistance with return to work.

Contact us today for a free consultation regarding your legal rights and options. (519-971-7777 or [email protected])