Suing Your Long Term Disability Insurance Company: Advice From a Lawyer

Long-term disability insurance is supposed to cover financial gaps caused by lost wages. When your benefits are denied or terminated, you may find yourself overwhelmed or unsure of what to do next. Some Canadians opt to sue their insurance company to get what they are entitled to receive.

Are you considering suing your insurance company to gain or recover your long term disability benefits? Having the right legal team on your side can make the process much more manageable. At Share Lawyers, we’re here to help you navigate this difficult situation and ensure you get the support you deserve. In fact, with our guidance, you may not even need to sue at all.

Are you considering suing your long term disability insurance company? Share Lawyers’ experienced disability lawyers can help.

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Suing Your Long Term Disability Insurance Company

Suing your long term disability insurance company might feel like a drastic step. Still, sometimes it’s the only way to make them take your claim seriously. Unfortunately, insurance companies often respond only when faced with the possibility of litigation, making it a crucial tool in your fight for the benefits you deserve.

Insurance companies hope you will appeal their decision without legal representation because it works to their benefit. Everyday people aren’t typically experienced with the ins and outs of disability law, which leads to more denials and frustration. Getting legal help from an experienced disability law firm is your best defense in protecting your rights and securing the benefits you’re entitled to.

At Share Lawyers, we specialize in standing up for people like you against powerful insurance companies. We know how to fight back effectively, but what truly sets us apart is our commitment throughout the entire process. We take the burden off your shoulders, allowing you to focus on your health and well-being, knowing that your case is in the best possible hands.

Step-by-Step Support: How We Help You When Taking on Your Case

  • Initial Consultation
  • Free Case Evaluation: We listen to your story, understand your situation, and advise you on the next steps, all for free.
  • Understanding Your Situation: We ask about your disability, why your claim was denied, and how we can help.
  • Client Onboarding
  • Sign Agreement: We'll have you sign an agreement that explains how we’ll handle your case and that you will only pay us if we win.
  • Gathering Documentation: You’ll share any important papers like medical records and insurance policy details with us. We’ll also assist in gathering any pertinent documents that could help strengthen your case.
  • Life reBUILDER™: We introduce you to our exclusive Life reBUILDER™ program, which offers extra support and resources to help you rebuild your life during this process. These include free access to Maple, 24/7 Online healthcare, and SPIRIT Club, which offers wellness classes for a range of different abilities.
  • Building Your Case
  • Comprehensive Review: We examine your insurance policy, the denial letter, and your medical records closely to build a strong case.
  • Medical & Vocational Expert Consultation: We might help you to see medical experts to gather more evidence to support your case.
  • Life reBUILDER™ Resources: We provide you with resources to help manage stress and improve your well-being while we work on your case.
  • Legal strategy
  • Filing a Lawsuit: If needed, we’ll file a lawsuit against the insurance company, taking care of all the legal paperwork for you.
  • Discovery Process: Both sides share relevant information, and we gather more evidence to support your claim.
  • Negotiation and Settlement
  • Negotiation: We work hard to negotiate with the insurance company to settle your case without going to court.
  • Mediation: If negotiations slow down, we might try mediation, where a neutral person helps both sides reach an agreement.
  • Life reBUILDER™ Support: We continue offering support through the Life reBUILDER™ program to help you manage stress during negotiations.

Secure Your Benefits Without Going to Court

Our primary goal is to secure your benefits without ever having to take your insurance company to court, and we’re proud to say we’re very successful at doing just that. In fact, most of our cases are resolved before anyone ever has to step into a courtroom. However, when insurance companies are stubborn and refuse to do what’s right, we’re fully prepared to take them on.

No matter what, you can count on Share Lawyers to provide top-notch legal representation and relentless dedication to fighting for your benefits. We’re here to support you every step of the way, ensuring you don’t have to face this challenging time alone.

Secure Your Benefits Without Going to Court


Our primary goal is to secure your benefits without ever having to take your insurance company to court, and we’re proud to say we’re very successful at doing just that. In fact, most of our cases are resolved before anyone ever has to step into a courtroom. However, when insurance companies are stubborn and refuse to do what’s right, we’re fully prepared to take them on.

No matter what, you can count on Share Lawyers to provide top-notch legal representation and relentless dedication to fighting for your benefits. We’re here to support you every step of the way, ensuring you don’t have to face this challenging time alone.


Share Lawyers Fights to Protect Your Rights

Suing your long term disability insurance company isn’t a decision anyone makes lightly. When you choose Share Lawyers, you’re partnering with a team that’s committed to winning your case. We will prioritize your well-being every step of the way.

Insurance companies often deny valid long term disability claims, leaving people like you in a difficult position. For over 35 years, we’ve been fighting this injustice, upholding the rights of thousands of Canadians just like you. Our approach combines comprehensive, accessible legal representation with our exclusive Life reBUILDER™ program, ensuring you have the support you need during this challenging time.

“Share Lawyers has been phenomenal every step of the way. They have been very helpful, and I really liked having access to the Life ReBuilder section of their website. There are a lot of terrific resources to help you through the process, in addition to the lawyers and customer service coordinators assigned to your case.

I highly recommend Share Lawyers!”

  • Amanda L.

Let us take on the burden so you can focus on what truly matters—your health. It all starts with a free consultation, and you’ll owe us nothing until you win.

Thinking about suing your long term disability insurance company? Let Share Lawyers be your advocate.

Contact Share Lawyers today and let our 35+ years of experience work for you. We can help you win your case againstCanada Life, Desjardins, Manulife, RBC Insurance, Sun Life, and other insurance companies.Our legal team offers a free consultation and works on a contingency basis. There are no fees unless you win your case.

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