Podcast – Your Rights Explained

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  • Episode 16 – The TAT Hearing – Appearing Before the Tribunal

    Has your CNESST case reached the Administrative Labour Tribunal (TAT)? Discover what really awaits you at a hearing and demystify this step that is often a source of stress for injured workers. In this episode, JiC and Stéphane Slogar explain how a hearing unfolds, the role of the administrative judge, the importance of testimony, and what happens after the evidence has been presented. An essential video to better understand your rights, prepare adequately, and approach your TAT hearing with greater confidence.

  • Episode 15 – CNESST – Conciliation at the Administrative Labour Tribunal (TAT)

    Has your CNESST case reached the Administrative Labour Tribunal (TAT) and a conciliation is approaching? Discover what conciliation really is, how it unfolds, who participates, and what the consequences of an agreement can be on your benefits, your functional limitations, or your work capacity. An essential video for any injured worker who wants to better understand their rights before a hearing or a conciliation at the TAT.

  • Episode 14 – CNESST – Claim Accepted but Diagnosis Refused

    In this episode 14 of the Droit au but with SLOGAR podcast, JiC and Stéphane Slogar explain a reality that is often misunderstood in CNESST cases: a workplace accident claim can be accepted while certain medical diagnoses are refused. This distinction can directly affect treatments, functional limitations, APIPP, return to work, and the worker’s benefits.

    Through a straightforward approach and concrete examples, this episode clarifies the difference between an accepted claim and a recognized diagnosis, and shows why conditions such as a herniated disc, a concussion, or chronic pain can become major issues in a CNESST case.

    Essential content for anyone involved in a workplace accident or a CNESST case in Quebec, to better understand their rights and protect their benefits.

  • Episode 13 – Disability Insurance – The COD (Change of Definition): The Moment When Everything Can Change

    In this episode of Droit au but with SLOGAR, discover how the COD (Change of Definition) in disability insurance can lead to the termination of benefits even when your health condition has not changed. JiC and Stéphane Slogar explain clearly and accessibly why many policyholders lose their benefits after 12, 24 or 36 months, how insurance companies reassess cases, and what strategies can help better protect your rights. An essential episode for understanding the issues surrounding private disability insurance, long-term disability benefits, and recourse against insurers in Quebec.

  • Episode 12 – CNESST – Occupational Disease Denied – Understand and Respond

    In this episode of DROIT AU BUT, JiC and Stéphane Slogar from SLOGAR Juriconseils explain why many occupational disease claims at the CNESST are denied despite real diagnoses. Discover the differences between workplace accidents and occupational diseases, the criteria of the Act respecting industrial accidents and occupational diseases, common mistakes in files and the importance of medical evidence. An essential episode to understand your rights, possible recourses and contestation procedures at the CNESST in Quebec.

  • Episode 11 – Retraite Québec – Disabled but Denied: Here’s What You Need to Understand

    In this episode of DROIT AU BUT, SLOGAR Juriconseils and JiC explain why many disability applications to Retraite Québec are denied, even when the person is truly unable to work. Discover the eligibility criteria, common mistakes in medical files and possible recourses after a denial. An essential episode to understand your rights regarding disability, pensions and contestation with Retraite Québec.

  • Episode 10 – Denial of Relapse, Recurrence or Aggravation (RRA) – Why and How to Respond

    In this episode of Droit au but with SLOGAR, discover why a denial of relapse, recurrence or aggravation (RRA) at the CNESST isn’t necessarily the end of a workplace accident case. JiC and Stéphane Slogar explain the criteria analyzed by the CNESST, the importance of the medical link to the initial injury and common mistakes that can lead to a denial. A clear and accessible discussion to better understand your rights, the medical evidence required and the essential steps to protect your compensation in Quebec.

  • Episode 9 – CNESST Claim Denial: It’s Not Over… It’s Where Everything Begins

    In this episode of Droit au but with SLOGAR, JiC and Stéphane Slogar explain why a CNESST claim denial isn’t necessarily the end of a workplace accident case. The show breaks down the main criteria analyzed by the CNESST, common mistakes made after a denial and the essential medical evidence needed to effectively contest a decision. You’ll discover how to understand the reasons for a denial, act within the 30-day deadlines and implement a strategy that can reverse a denied case. An essential episode to better understand your rights regarding CNESST, contestation and workers’ compensation in Quebec.

  • Episode 8 – CNESST – Permanent Physical or Psychological Impairment Decision

    In this episode of Droit au but with SLOGAR, JiC and Stéphane Slogar clearly explain the CNESST permanent impairment decision and its impact on injured workers’ compensation. The show breaks down the calculation of permanent consequences, medical reports, functional limitations and the role of the bodily injury assessment scale. You’ll also discover the possible recourses to contest a permanent impairment decision, the deadlines to respect and the importance of independent medical expertise before the Administrative Labour Tribunal.

SLOGAR has been Quebec's leader for over 20 years in protecting victims of road and workplace accidents as well as in private disability insurance and civil liability.