Canadian Injured Workers Association of Alberta
An Injury to One is An Injury to All
By Gerald Effective Nov. 1, 2018, Ms. Dale Wispinski was appointed by the NDP Government as the new Chief of the Alberta Appeals Commission. I have met Ms. Wispinski during …
Appointment of a new Chief of the Alberta Appeals Commission Read MoreBy Gerald There is no denying that the burden of proof in the workers compensation system is entirely on the “Board” but our Justice Minister like her predecessors does not …
Burden of Proof 2 Read MoreBy Gerald My last post specific to burden of proof has gained a lot of interest and requires further explanation. Even in civil cases, a plaintiff does not always bear …
Burden of Proof Read MoreBy Gerald I have often wondered how the Alberta WCB could have the lowest premiums in Canada and one if not the highest rate of denied claims. As it turns …
Incorrect Legal Standard Read MoreBy Gerald The NDP Government has made some superficial changes to the WCA and also occupational and labor standards in Alberta. Only a fool would actually think that these changes …
Legislative Changes Read MoreFrom Injured Workers Online: Overdue: addressing injured worker poverty
Overdue: addressing injured worker poverty Read MoreBy Gerald The following story is indicative of a system that is totally broken when Case Managers, DRDRB are understaffed, under trained and do not have time to make reasonable …
All is not well in the workers compensation system Read MoreBy Gerald I was invited by Dr. Chris Brigham who I have known for years to participate in this particular webinar which is the fourth webinar I have participated in …
The Hot Seat Webinar Replay is Available! Read MoreCase managers should not be in power without medical knowledge. Injured workers continue to be denied. WCB staff continues to break the law and WC Act and policies because they …
Nothing Will Change Until the Culture of Denial Changes Read MoreBy Gerald Edmonton Journal Article Kerr leaves a legacy of broken homes, broken marriages, child and family poverty, suicides by workers who were cheated out of benefits they were entitled …
Guy Kerr’s Retirement Read More