Return to Work and Work Reintegration – Employer Planning, Meetings, and Compliance

WSIB Return to Work

Our WSIB lawyers assist employers with all aspects of return-to-work and work reintegration. We prepare plans, attend WSIB meetings, advise on modified duties, and ensure compliance with re-employment obligations to reduce claim costs and protect workplace operations.

The Problem: Return-to-Work Pressures on Employers

When a worker is injured, the WSIB expects employers to take an active role in return-to-work planning and compliance. But for many businesses, these requirements create significant challenges. Identifying suitable modified duties, balancing operational needs, and managing WSIB oversight can be overwhelming.

Failure to comply with re-employment or accommodation obligations may result in penalties, increased claim costs, or strained workplace relationships. Employers often struggle with inconsistent medical information, employee resistance, and the complexity of WSIB processes — all while trying to keep the business running smoothly.

How We Help with Work Reintegration

Our WSIB team ensures that every Form 7 is filed accurately, on time, and Our WSIB lawyers guide employers through every stage of return-to-work and work reintegration. We focus on practical, legally sound strategies that protect the business while meeting WSIB obligations.

We assist by:

• Developing compliant return-to-work and modified duty plans tailored to your workplace.
• Representing employers at WSIB return-to-work meetings and Work Transition Specialist sessions.
• Advising on accommodation duties under WSIB law and the Human Rights Code.
• Resolving disputes over suitability of work, recurrence claims, and compliance penalties.
• Ensuring documentation supports employer efforts and protects against future challenges.

With our support, employers can reduce claim costs, avoid penalties, and create defensible processes that withstand WSIB scrutiny.

How to Engage Us

If your business is managing a return-to-work or reintegration issue, Pearsall Marshall’s WSIB lawyers are ready to assist. Contact us today to build a compliant plan, navigate WSIB meetings, and protect your workplace operations.