Uncategorised

Reporting Injuries to WorkSafeBC

Attention workers! In this crucial video, I break down the essential people that you need to report your work injury to with respect to your WorkSafeBC claim. As a seasoned work injury lawyer at GKS Law Firm, I’ll guide you through the who, when, and why of reporting. Discover the 3 people you must report to and learn why timing is everything. Waiting could mean denial. Don’t jeopardize your claim; watch now and protect your rights!

Reporting Injuries to WorkSafeBC Read More »

Work Injury Lawyers

We have over 17 years of experience working with unions and individuals seeking WorkSafeBC (WCB) compensation. We have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients with a variety of issues, and we understand the intricacies of the appeal process. Our focus on this area of law gives our clients the advantage of having an experienced WCB lawyer on their side as they move through the appeal process.

Work Injury Lawyers Read More »

Shedding Light on Work-Related Brain Injuries: Understanding the Importance of Full Acceptance

Shedding Light on Work-Related Brain Injuries: Understanding the Importance of Full Acceptance When it comes to work-related brain injuries, it can be easy to overlook the significance of a decision from WorkSafeBC regarding only partial acceptance of the injured worker’s condition. This can take the form of WorkSafeBC resolving one of the related diagnoses prematurely

Shedding Light on Work-Related Brain Injuries: Understanding the Importance of Full Acceptance Read More »

New Changes to the Workers Compensation Act – Bill 41 Passes into Law

New Changes to the Workers Compensation Act – Bill 41 Passes into Law Changes to the Workers Compensation Act introduced in Bill 41 passed into law, receiving Royal Assent, on November 24, 2022. The changes that are effective November 24, 2022, include laws relating to inflation, non-traumatic hearing loss and prohibiting suppression of worker claims.

New Changes to the Workers Compensation Act – Bill 41 Passes into Law Read More »

Workers Compensation Act – The New Rules On Permanent Disability Benefits, Retirement Age and the Maximum Wage Rate

Workers Compensation Act – The New Rules On Permanent Disability Benefits, Retirement Age and the Maximum Wage Rate Effective January 1, 2021, significant changes came into effect with respect to the Workers Compensation Act with regards to permanent partial disability benefits, retirement age and the maximum wage rate. Permanent Partial Disability Benefits Permanent Partial Disability

Workers Compensation Act – The New Rules On Permanent Disability Benefits, Retirement Age and the Maximum Wage Rate Read More »